Winter has come and I’m starting to feel the cold weather, that’s why I decided to indulge myself with some extra vitamin C. Is there a better way to face the change of season?
Oranges are just perfect these months, so I bought some of the best to prepare some delicious dairy-free orange muffins with a touch of dark chocolate.
Do you fancy a boost of Vitamin C? 
Dairy-free Orange Muffins with Dark Chocolate Chips
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
These dairy-free orange muffins are infused with fresh orange zest and studded with dark chocolate chips, offering a delightful balance of citrus and rich cocoa flavors.
Ingredients
- 150g self-raising flour
- 130g soy milk
- 70g sugar
- 60g extra virgin olive oil
- 1 sachet baking powder
- Zest of 1 big orange, grated
- 2 eggs
- 60g dark chocolate chips (min 75% cocoa)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 210ºC (410ºF).
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until the mixture is slightly white and creamy.
- Add the olive oil, soy milk, and salt to the egg mixture and whisk well to combine.
- Stir in the grated orange zest and mix thoroughly to distribute the flavor evenly.
- Gently fold in the self-raising flour and baking powder until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners and fill each cup about 3/4 full with the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the muffins cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh orange zest for maximum flavor.
- These muffins can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- If you prefer, substitute dark chocolate chips with your favorite dairy-free chocolate.
- Perfect for a winter treat, these muffins provide a boost of vitamin C.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Chocolate
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 muffin
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 55
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why does this recipe use olive oil instead of butter?
Olive oil (60g) is used in place of butter to keep the muffins completely dairy-free. It also contributes moisture and a subtly rich flavor that complements the orange zest without overpowering it.
Can I swap the dark chocolate chips for a different chocolate?
Yes — the notes explicitly say to substitute with your favorite dairy-free chocolate if preferred. The recipe uses 60g of dark chocolate chips with a minimum 75% cocoa content, which keeps the dairy-free profile and provides a slight bittersweet contrast to the orange flavor.
How should I store these muffins?
The notes say they can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For best flavor the notes also recommend using fresh orange zest, as its essential oils provide the main citrus perfume in the batter.
