Orange Brownies
You are going to love these light and fluffy Orange Brownies. These brownies are made without chocolate but a sweet citrus flavor.
Servings: 24
Calories: 280kcal
Ingredients
For the Brownies:
- 1 1/2 cups All Purpose Flour
- 2 cups Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Butter softened
- 4 Large Eggs room temperature
- 2 teaspoons Orange Extract
- 1 teaspoon Grated Orange Zest
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Frosting:
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
- 4 Tablespoons Butter softened
- 3 cups Powdered Sugar
- 2 Tablespoons Orange Zest
- 1-2 Tablespoons Orange Juice as needed
Instructions
For the Brownies:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a 9X13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Beat together the butter and sugar with a hand held mixer or stand up mixer until light and fluffy. Mix in the eggs and orange zest until combined.
- Turn the mixer speed down to low and add in the flour and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into the baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minute until a toothpick inserted into the center of the brownies comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and allow the brownies to cool completely at room temperature before topping with the frosting.
For the Frosting:
- Beat together the cream cheese and butter with a hand held mixer or stand up mixer until smooth and combined.
- Add in the orange zest and powdered sugar. Mix until incorporated.
- Slowly mix in the orange juice until the frosting is the desired taste and consistency that you prefer.
- Spread the frosting on top of the cooled brownies. Cut the brownies into squares and serve! Enjoy!
Notes
Refrigerate the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 165mg | Potassium: 37mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 465IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
