Indulge in the zesty, chocolatey charm of these irresistible Jaffa Muffins, a delightful fusion of rich cocoa and vibrant orange flavors. Perfectly moist and fluffy, these muffins are studded with dark chocolate chips for a decadent bite, balanced beautifully by the refreshing tang of freshly squeezed orange juice and fragrant orange zest. Each muffin is crowned with a dollop of luscious orange marmalade, adding a sweet, citrusy finish reminiscent of the classic Jaffa cake. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe makes 12 servings, ideal for breakfast, afternoon tea, or an indulgent snack. Whether you're a fan of the chocolate-orange combination or simply love homemade baked treats, these muffins are sure to impress!
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners.
In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir in the sugar and mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, milk, orange juice, and orange zest until fully combined.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet ingredients into it. Gently fold the mixture together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure the muffins stay light and fluffy.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Divide the batter equally among the 12 muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the muffins are fully cooled, use a small knife or a teaspoon to make a shallow well in the top of each muffin. Add about 1 teaspoon of orange marmalade to each well.
Serve your Jaffa Muffins immediately or store them in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Enjoy!
Calories |
2848 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 110.9 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.9 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 382 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 2319 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 445.0 g | 162% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.8 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 250.7 g | ||
| Protein | 44.6 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.6 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 21.3 mg | 118% | |
| Potassium | 1678 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.