Iced Almond Flour Orange Cookies
Ingredients
- 2 ½ calmond flour
- ½ cunsalted butter)
113g (1 stick
- ½ csugar
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 1 ½ tbsporange zest
- ¼ tspsalt
- ¾ cpowdered sugar
- 2 tspfresh orange juice
- 1 tspmilk
- ½ tsporange zest
- 1 pinchsea salt
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F.
- 2
Make the cookies: Using a hand mixer or standing mixer, beat butter and sugar together until creamy and fluffy. Add in vanilla and salt and beat to incorporate.
- 3
Add in almond flour 1/2 cup at a time and beat until all flour is mixed in. Add the orange zest with the last of the almond flour. This mixture will be a bit crumbly but still moist. Use a spatula or clean hands to pull it together.
- 4
Use a 1½ Tbsp cookie scoop to scoop and roll into balls. Arrange cookies on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Gently press them into about 1/2 inch thickness--roughly. These won't spread much so press them gently to flatten.
- 5
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are set and they start to become a very light golden brown. (Do not overcook these. They dry out quickly if you do so it is safer to take them out just before you think they are done.)
- 6
Allow to cool on baking sheet for several minutes before transferring to wire rack. Cool completely before icing.
- 7
Make the icing: Whisk together the powdered sugar, sea salt, 2 tsp orange juice, 1 tsp milk and orange zest. If mixture is still pretty thick, add more orange juice or milk one teaspoon at a time until desired thickness.
- 8
Dip the top of each cookie into the icing and allow excess to drip off before placing on wire rack to set. Sprinkle with extra orange zest as desired. Keep in an airtight container for up to one week.
Iced Almond Flour Orange Cookies
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About this Recipe
Indulge in Bright & Buttery Iced Almond Flour Orange Cookies
Get ready for a burst of sunshine with these incredible Iced Almond Flour Orange Cookies! If you're searching for an easy, delightful, and naturally gluten-free treat, your search ends here. These cookies are a dream come true for anyone craving a buttery, citrus-infused dessert without the fuss.
What makes these almond flour orange cookies truly special? For starters, they're wonderfully simple to make, requiring no chilling time! From mixing to baking to icing, you can have a batch of these beauties ready in about 30 minutes. The secret to their tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture lies in the use of almond flour, which also makes them naturally gluten-free and egg-free, catering to various dietary needs without sacrificing flavor or texture.
The cookie base is rich and buttery, perfectly balanced by the vibrant zest of fresh oranges. Then comes the irresistible orange icing, which adds another layer of bright, tangy sweetness, rounding out the flavor profile beautifully. These aren't just any orange cookies; they're a celebration of citrusy joy!
Tips for Perfect Orange Cookies:
- Zest Right: When zesting your oranges, be sure to only grate the bright orange part, avoiding the bitter white pith underneath. A microplane works wonders for this!
- Icing Consistency: The amount of orange juice and milk for the icing can be adjusted slightly to achieve your desired consistency – a little thicker for a more opaque glaze, or thinner for a delicate drizzle.
These almond flour cookies are perfect for holiday platters, afternoon tea, or simply as an everyday pick-me-up. Their vibrant flavor and easy preparation make them a fantastic addition to any baker's repertoire. Enjoy the pure bliss of a homemade, gluten-free, and incredibly tasty cookie!