Orange Pecan Cookies
Delight your taste buds with these Orange Pecan Cookies, a perfect fusion of zesty citrus and nutty goodness! Featuring the bright aroma of fresh orange zest and juice, paired with the buttery crunch of chopped pecans, these cookies are irresistibly soft with a slight chew. Quick and easy to make, they come together in just 25 minutes, making them an ideal treat for any occasion. The balance of sweet brown sugar and tangy orange, complemented by the warm, nutty pecans, creates a flavor profile that’s both unique and comforting. Perfect for afternoon tea, holiday gatherings, or simply a midday pick-me-up, these cookies are sure to become a family favorite. Bake up a batch today and savor the harmony of citrus and pecan perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 piece large egg
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add the egg, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in the large bowl. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.
Fold the chopped pecans into the dough using a spatula until evenly distributed.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake as the cookies will continue to set as they cool.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy your Orange Pecan Cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3533 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.1 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.1 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 1339 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 453.2 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 255.7 g | ||
| Protein | 42.9 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 261 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 1044 mg | 22% | |
*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.
