Orange Iced Cookies
Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistible Orange Iced Cookies! Bursting with fresh citrus flavor from real orange zest and juice, these soft and chewy cookies are topped with a sweet, tangy orange glaze that takes their vibrant flavor to the next level. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and an ultra-tender crumb, these cookies are quick to prepare, baking in just 10 minutes. Garnished with a sprinkle of orange zest, they’re as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, looking for an afternoon pick-me-up, or simply craving something sweet, these zesty, sunshine-infused cookies are guaranteed to brighten any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 240 grams all-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 120 grams powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons orange juice (for glaze)
- 0.5 teaspoons orange zest (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two 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.
Add the egg, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough and roll them into balls. Place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked. The cookies should not brown.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and orange juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the cookies have cooled completely, spoon a small amount of glaze onto each cookie and use the back of the spoon to spread it across the top.
Garnish each cookie with a pinch of orange zest while the glaze is still wet.
Allow the glaze to set for at least 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy these bright and flavorful Orange Iced Cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3096 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.1 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.9 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 474 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 1986 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 515.8 g | 188% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 324.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 101 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 512 mg | 11% | |
*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.
