Orange Cookies

Orange Cookies

Filled with bright citrus flavor, these Orange Cookies are a delightful dessert everyone will love. Perfect for any occasion, these soft and fluffy cookies will melt in your mouth.

Ingredients

  • plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

    255g

    2 c
  • baking powder
    1 ¼ tsp
  • salt
    ½ tsp
  • granulated sugar

    150g

    ¾ c
  • unsalted butter)

    softened (113g

    ½ c
  • orange zest

    about 2 oranges

    1 tbsp
  • egg
    1 large
  • fresh orange juice

    120ml

    ½ c
  • confectioners’ sugar

    120g

    1 c
  • zest of orange
    ½
  • fresh orange juice
    1 tbsp
  • unsalted butter

    melted

    1 tbsp

Directions

For the cookies:

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 375F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

  3. 3

    In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer using the paddle attachment, beat the sugar, butter, and zest together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the egg, and beat until well combined.

  4. 4

    With the mixer on low speed, add the flour mixture, alternating with the orange juice until fully combined. Stop to scrape down the bowl as needed. Scoop the dough into 1 tablespoon balls onto the cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

  5. 5

    Bake 1 sheet at a time for 10 minutes, or the centers appear dry and feel firm to the touch. Let cool for a few minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

For the glaze:

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together confectioners’ sugar, zest, juice, and melted butter until smooth. Spread the glaze over the top of each cookie. Let cookies stand until the glaze is set, about 20 minutes.

Orange Cookies

Orange Cookies

126 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a bright, citrusy treat that melts in your mouth? These delightful Orange Cookies deliver a burst of sunny flavor, perfect for brightening any day or occasion. You'll find yourself reaching for another and another of these soft, fluffy beauties.

What makes these Orange Cookies truly special is their incredible tenderness, combined with the vibrant essence of fresh oranges. The thoughtful inclusion of both orange zest and orange juice ensures a deep, authentic citrus taste throughout the cookie itself and in the sweet, tangy glaze. This careful balance provides a delightful experience that sets them apart from ordinary cookies.

When you bite into one of these Orange Cookies, you can expect a truly soft and fluffy texture that lives up to the promise of "melt in your mouth." Each cookie is infused with a sweet, tangy orange flavor, thanks to the generous amount of fresh orange zest and juice used. Topped with a simple yet irresistible orange glaze, these cookies are a joyful celebration of citrus, offering a light and refreshing dessert experience that is sure to please.

Want to make these Orange Cookies your own? While the recipe shines as is, you could experiment with other citrus flavors if you're out of oranges; try swapping the orange zest and juice for lemon or lime to create a different bright profile. For an extra touch, you might consider adding a tiny pinch of cardamom to the dry ingredients for a subtle aromatic twist that complements the orange beautifully.

These Orange Cookies are a versatile dessert, ideal for everything from a casual afternoon pick-me-up to a festive holiday cookie platter. Serve them with a cup of tea or coffee, or as a vibrant end to any meal.

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