Olive Oil Cookies
Delightfully soft and subtly rich, these Olive Oil Cookies redefine comfort baking with their Mediterranean-inspired twist. Made with extra-virgin olive oil, this recipe swaps traditional butter for a healthier yet equally indulgent alternative, yielding a tender crumb with a hint of fruity complexity. A touch of vanilla and optional lemon zest adds a bright, aromatic lift, making these cookies irresistibly balanced. Ready in under 30 minutes, they’re perfect for busy bakers craving a quick treat. Serve them plain for a rustic feel or dust them with powdered sugar for a touch of elegance. Whether enjoyed with your morning coffee or as a midday snack, these olive oil cookies are a versatile delight that stays fresh for days. SEO Keywords: olive oil cookies, Mediterranean cookies, easy cookie recipe, healthy cookie recipe, quick dessert ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 150 grams Granulated sugar
- 120 milliliters Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 unit Large egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest (optional)
- 30 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and olive oil. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using) to the olive oil mixture. Whisk again until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring with a spatula or wooden spoon until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. The centers should remain soft and not overly browned.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, lightly dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving.
Enjoy your olive oil cookies fresh or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2717 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 127.9 g | 164% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.6 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 1707 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 366.7 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 181.6 g | ||
| Protein | 31.1 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 340 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
