Chocolate & orange fudge squares

Chocolate & orange fudge squares
40 min.
15
310kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Chocolate & Orange Fudge Squares, a dessert that marries the rich, velvety flavor of dark chocolate with the refreshing zest of orange. This delectable treat is perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a gathering, celebrating a special event, or simply craving a delicious homemade dessert.

In just 40 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these fudge squares that serve 15 people, making them an excellent option for sharing with friends and family. Each square is a harmonious blend of textures, featuring a soft and fudgy center, topped with a luscious cream cheese topping that balances the sweetness with a subtle tang.

Picture the aroma of melting chocolate mixed with the warm notes of buttery muscovado sugar wafting through your kitchen, setting the stage for a delightful baking experience. The vibrant orange zest not only enhances the flavor but also adds a pop of color that makes these squares visually appealing.

These Chocolate & Orange Fudge Squares are not just a treat for your taste buds but also a feast for the eyes! They can be made ahead of time and even frozen, allowing you to have a delicious dessert on hand whenever the craving strikes. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create an irresistible dessert that will have everyone going back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 200 chocolate plain (we used Bournville)
  • 200 muscovado sugar dark
  • 175 butter for greasing
  •  eggs separated
  • 140 flour plain
  • tsp vanilla extract 
  •  orange zest 
  • 200 cheese light soft (I used Philadelphia Extra )
  • 0.5 tsp vanilla extract 
  • 50 icing sugar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas
  2. Butter and line a traybake tin, 23 x 23cm or thereabouts.
  3. Put the chocolate, sugar and butter in a pan, then heat very gently for about 5 mins, stirring every min until the butter and chocolate have melted. Leave to cool for 10 mins. Beat in the egg yolks, flour, vanilla and half the orange zest.
  4. Put the egg whites into a large, very clean bowl, then whisk until they stand up in peaks. Stir of the whites into the chocolate mix to loosen it, then carefully fold in the rest with a metal spoon.
  5. Pour the mix into the tin, then bake for 25 mins or until evenly risen and just firm to the touch. Cool in the tin, then cut into squares. Can be frozen for up to 1 month.
  6. Beat together the cheese, vanilla, sugar and remaining zest until smooth.
  7. Spread over each chocolate square and serve. If youre making ahead, spread the topping over just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories310kcal
Protein4.42%
Fat54.85%
Carbs40.73%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.97
Glycemic Load
8.47
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
4.5473913472632%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:310.09kcal
15.5%
Fat:19.54g
30.06%
Saturated Fat:11.66g
72.86%
Carbohydrates:32.64g
10.88%
Net Carbohydrates:31.57g
11.48%
Sugar:23.68g
26.31%
Cholesterol:71.29mg
23.76%
Sodium:135.56mg
5.89%
Alcohol:0.14g
100%
Alcohol %:0.25%
100%
Caffeine:8.8mg
2.93%
Protein:3.54g
7.08%
Selenium:7.69µg
10.99%
Vitamin A:521.5IU
10.43%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
9.1%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.15%
Phosphorus:64.9mg
6.49%
Iron:1.08mg
5.98%
Folate:23.54µg
5.88%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.61%
Copper:0.11mg
5.31%
Magnesium:21.04mg
5.26%
Fiber:1.07g
4.28%
Calcium:37.7mg
3.77%
Vitamin E:0.52mg
3.47%
Vitamin B3:0.69mg
3.44%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.09%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.96%
Potassium:101.31mg
2.89%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.12%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.98%
Vitamin K:1.99µg
1.9%
Vitamin C:1.09mg
1.32%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.17%