DARK CHOCOLATE ORANGE BLONDIES

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"This is a nice change from the traditional blondie, especially for those who crave the combo of orange and chocolate," writes Kerri Pelz from Hendersonville, North Carolina. "An 8-inch loaf pan makes the perfect amount for two to snack on!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons beaten egg
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon orange extract
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
1/4 cup chopped walnuts, optional

Steps:

In a small bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, orange zest and extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in chocolate chips and walnuts if desired., Spread into an 8x4-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.