Orange Thumbprint Cookies
Brighten up your cookie jar with these irresistible Orange Thumbprint Cookies, the perfect blend of buttery shortbread and zesty citrus delight. This easy-to-make recipe infuses the dough with fragrant orange zest and a touch of vanilla, while a dollop of sweet, vibrant orange marmalade nestles in the center of each cookie. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are a must-have for tea parties, holiday trays, or everyday indulgence. Optional powdered sugar dusting adds a delicate sweetness, making these cookies as beautiful as they are delicious. Perfectly balanced between tangy and sweet, they’ll quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons orange zest, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.25 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup orange marmalade
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the orange zest and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until well incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Using a cookie scoop or spoon, measure out 1-tablespoon portions of dough and roll them into smooth balls. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Use your thumb or the back of a small spoon to press a shallow indentation into the center of each cookie dough ball.
Fill each indentation with approximately 1/4 teaspoon of orange marmalade.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
Serve and enjoy your Orange Thumbprint Cookies with tea, coffee, or as a delightful standalone treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 194.8 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 121.9 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 714 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 434.2 g | 158% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 219.3 g | ||
| Protein | 30.1 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 157 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 476 mg | 10% | |
*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.
