Delicious and Moist Orange Chocolate Chip Muffins

These moist and flavorful orange chocolate chip muffins are perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat. Made with fresh orange juice and zest, and studded with chocolate chips, these muffins are sure to be a hit with the whole family. They are also incredibly easy to make, requiring only basic ingredients and simple steps. Enjoy these muffins warm from the oven or as a grab-and-go snack throughout the day.

Ingredients

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease or line a muffin tin.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, orange juice, orange zest, egg, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
6. Scoop the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
7. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and allow the muffins to cool in the tin for 5 minutes.
9. Transfer the muffins to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

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