Orange Drop Cookies
Brighten up your dessert table with these zesty and tender Orange Drop Cookies, a citrus lover's dream! Bursting with the fresh flavors of orange zest and freshly squeezed juice, these cookies are soft, pillowy, and irresistibly fragrant. Quick and easy to make, they require just 15 minutes of prep time and bake to golden perfection in under 10 minutes. For an extra touch of sweetness, drizzle them with a simple orange glaze that melts in your mouth. Perfect for snack time, brunch spreads, or holiday gatherings, these delightful cookies are sure to impress with their refreshing citrus kick. Try this easy recipe today and enjoy the vibrant taste of sunshine in every bite! Keywords: orange drop cookies, citrus dessert, easy cookie recipe, orange glaze cookies, soft and chewy cookies.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cups granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoons orange zest
- 4 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.75 cups powdered sugar (for optional glaze)
- 2 tablespoons additional orange juice (for optional glaze)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the egg, orange zest, and freshly squeezed orange juice to the creamed mixture. Mix well until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until a soft dough forms.
Drop rounded tablespoons of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should remain soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, make a simple glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of orange juice. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and let it set before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2998 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.7 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.9 g | 314% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 1608 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 493.8 g | 180% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 302.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.6 g | 65% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 560 mg | 12% | |
*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.
