Seeing Stars
Brighten up any celebration or cozy evening with "Seeing Stars," a delightful orange-scented star-shaped cookie recipe that’s as charming as it is delicious. These tender cookies are infused with the zesty aroma of freshly grated orange zest and a hint of vanilla, creating a perfect balance of citrus and sweetness. The dough, made with rich egg yolks and creamy unsalted butter, rolls out effortlessly to create beautifully defined stars with the help of a cookie cutter. A light dusting of powdered sugar gives these golden treats a whimsical, snowy finish that’s perfect for holidays or special gatherings. Ready in just over 30 minutes, these elegant cookies are ideal for sharing, gifting, or simply savoring alongside a warm cup of tea. Keywords: orange-flavored cookies, star-shaped cookies, powdered sugar cookies, citrus dessert recipes, holiday baking ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
- 3 large Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 1 item Star-shaped cookie cutter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In another large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg yolks to the butter mixture one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Mix in the vanilla extract, orange zest, and fresh orange juice until fully incorporated.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to handle.
Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out star-shaped pieces of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden. Be sure not to overbake as they should remain soft.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Dust the cookies with powdered sugar for a snowy, starry effect before serving. Enjoy your Seeing Stars dessert!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1899 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 63.7 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 33.1 g | 166% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 678 mg | 226% | |
| Sodium | 1074 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 312.3 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 119 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 357 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.
