Description
Delight in these zesty Orange Cookies, featuring a soft and tender crumb infused with fresh orange zest and juice. Topped with a sweet orange glaze, these cookies offer a perfect balance of citrus brightness and sweetness, making them an ideal treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt throughout the flour.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which helps to create a tender texture in the cookies.
- Add Wet Flavorings: Incorporate the egg, orange zest, fresh orange juice, and vanilla extract into the creamed butter and sugar, mixing until all ingredients are thoroughly combined to build the cookie’s flavor and moisture.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can make cookies tough.
- Portion the Dough: Using a tablespoon, scoop dough portions and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden, indicating that the cookies are cooked through.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the cookies cool, whisk together the powdered sugar and fresh orange juice in a small bowl until smooth to create a sweet glaze that complements the cookies.
- Glaze the Cookies: Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle the orange glaze over the tops evenly for added sweetness and decorative appeal.
- Set and Serve: Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes until firm, then serve and enjoy the bright, citrus-infused flavor of these delightful orange cookies.
Notes
- Use fresh orange zest for the best citrus flavor.
- Do not overmix the dough to maintain cookie tenderness.
- Cookies should be fully cooled before glazing to prevent melting the glaze.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them soft.
- To make the glaze thicker, reduce the orange juice slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
