Description
Bite into summer with these delightful Creamsicle Orange Cookies! Bursting with the zesty flavor of fresh oranges and a creamy undertone, these soft and chewy cookies are the perfect treat to evoke childhood memories of sunny days. Easy to make and customizable with chocolate chips or nuts, they promise to brighten any gathering. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or as a refreshing snack later, these cookies are sure to bring smiles all around.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 1 orange (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg along with the vanilla extract and orange zest until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cooling before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For best results, chill your dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Experiment by substituting orange zest with lemon or lime for a citrus twist! Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.