Orange And Chocolate Squares Recipe

Delight your holiday guests with these stunning Orange & Chocolate Christmas Squares! A mellow orange flavor, subtly enhanced by mini chocolate chips, creates a festive treat that's perfect for your holiday baking. Adapted from our popular 'Company's Coming' series, these squares are easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Get the recipe now and add a touch of elegance to your Christmas table!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 129.4 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Orange And Chocolate Squares

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How to Make Orange And Chocolate Squares

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 11x16 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 8 ounces (225g) softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup (115g) softened margarine until smooth.
  3. Gradually beat in 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon orange extract.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon grated orange zest.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  7. Stir in 1 cup (170g) mini chocolate chips.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Do not overbake.
  10. Let cool completely in the pan before frosting.
  11. **Frosting:** In a medium bowl, beat together 4 ounces (115g) softened cream cheese and 2 tablespoons (30g) softened margarine until smooth.
  12. Gradually beat in 1/4 cup (50g) orange juice concentrate and 1 1/2 cups (180g) powdered sugar until smooth and spreadable.
  13. Frost the cooled squares evenly.
  14. Sprinkle with extra orange zest before slicing into 60 squares (6 rows x 10 columns).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

43g

Fat

14g

Carbs

4g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion For Large Groups Desserts Fruit Holiday Event Cookies And Brownies Chocolate Bar Cookies Christmas Citrus Oranges Number Of Servings

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Orange And Chocolate Squares?

Orange And Chocolate Squares takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Orange And Chocolate Squares?

Orange And Chocolate Squares has approximately 129.4 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 11 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Orange And Chocolate Squares?

The key ingredients for Orange And Chocolate Squares are Light Cream Cheese, Margarine, Icing Sugar, Eggs, Orange Extract, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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