Instructions:

• Step 1: Preheat the Oven

  Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Step 2: Prepare the Dry Ingredients

  In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
• Step 3: Melt the Chocolate and Butter

  In a heatproof bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate and unsalted butter. Melt them together over a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
• Step 4: Mix the Sugars

  In another bowl, combine the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and orange zest. Stir in the melted chocolate mixture until well mixed.
• Step 5: Add Eggs and Milk

  Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the whole milk and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
• Step 6: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

  Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
• Step 7: Fold in the Orange Chocolate

  Gently fold in the chopped orange chocolate, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the dough.
• Step 8: Scoop and Bake

  Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop heaping spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly crinkled.
• Step 9: Cool and Enjoy

  Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your delicious Chocolate Orange Brownie Cookies warm or at room temperature!