Christmas Brownies with Orange Marmalade

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Christmas Orangetastic Brownies

Serves 9

• 1/2 cup (150g) butter
• 1 1/2 cups (350g) dark chocolate
• 4 tbsp orange marmalade
• 4 tbsp malt extract
• 4 tbsp molasses
• 1/2 cup (100ml) honey
• 1/2 cup (100ml) golden syrup
• 1 cup (150g) brown sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup (125g) flour

Optional Extras:

• 1 orange for garnish
• 1/2 cup (100g) unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup (50g) raw almonds

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 160C.
2. Slice the orange thinly and then halve the slices. Melt 100g of the butter in a pan, then add the orange slices and almonds. Cook for 5-8 minutes, then drain off any excess liquid on absorbent paper.
3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter, dark chocolate, orange marmalade, malt extract, molasses, honey, golden syrup, and brown sugar over a low heat until smooth. Remove from heat and allow to cool for 10-15 minutes.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, stirring well after each addition. Add the flour and mix thoroughly.
5. Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and top with the drained orange and almond slices.
6. Bake for 40-45 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.
7. Serve warm.

Unique Brownie Ideas

If you're looking for inspiration, take a look at these unique brownie recipes:

1. Espresso Brownies: Combine melted butter, granulated sugar, and dark brown sugar with eggs and vanilla extract. Add flour, cocoa powder, and espresso powder (optional), and chopped chocolate for a chewy, gooey brownie with a crackly top.
2. Vegan Chocolate Brownies: Use dairy-free chocolate chips and flax eggs in this moist and rich vegan brownie recipe. It's packed with coconut and other plant-based ingredients for a unique flavor profile.
3. Brownie Parfaits: Customize your brownie parfaits with various toppings, like Turtle Cheesecake Parfait (brownies, cream cheese, caramel sauce, and pecans), Chocolate Covered Strawberry Parfait (brownies, whipped cream, mini chocolate chips, and chopped strawberries), and Raspberry Cheesecake Parfait (brownies, cream cheese, raspberries, and chocolate sauce).
4. Vanilla Brownies with Add-ins: Add white chocolate chips, chopped nuts (like almonds or pecans), caramel drizzle, shredded coconut, sprinkles, cream cheese swirl, and cinnamon sugar dusting to your vanilla brownie batter for a variety of new textures and flavors.
5. Ina Garten’s Outrageous Brownies: This recipe is a large-batch masterpiece with high-quality ingredients, such as a pound of butter, nearly two pounds of chocolate chips, and a pound of walnuts. It's perfect for indulgent brownie lovers.

These unique twists and flavor combinations can take your brownie game to new heights!