Orange Snowdrops
Delight your senses with these melt-in-your-mouth Orange Snowdrops, a zesty twist on classic snowball cookies. These buttery confections boast a delicate balance of sweetness and citrus, thanks to vibrant orange zest and a tender crumb enhanced by cornstarch. Rolled in a generous coating of powdered sugar, they create a snowy, irresistible finish that's perfect for any occasion, from holiday celebrations to everyday indulgence. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a short bake, these cookies are as quick to make as they are to disappear! Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply treating yourself, these orange-infused cookies are sure to brighten your dessert spread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 60 grams powdered sugar (for dough)
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 40 grams cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 100 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking trays with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, powdered sugar (for dough), and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the orange zest and vanilla extract until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt.
Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet mixture, mixing just until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion out dough into 1-inch balls. Roll gently between your hands to smooth, and place on the prepared baking trays, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies are just turning golden. The tops should remain pale.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the trays for about 5 minutes.
While the cookies are still warm, roll them in powdered sugar (for dusting) to coat them completely. Place on a wire rack to cool completely.
Once fully cooled, dust the cookies with additional powdered sugar if desired before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.3 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 116.4 g | 582% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 493 mg | 164% | |
| Sodium | 631 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 442.9 g | 161% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 210.3 g | ||
| Protein | 28.3 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 385 mg | 8% | |
*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.
