Description
Experience the unique blend of vibrant orange zest and warm clove in these delightful cookies. Perfect for sharing during the holidays or enjoying with afternoon tea!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground clove
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- Optional: 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze
- Optional: 2-3 tablespoons fresh orange juice for glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the large egg, vanilla extract, and fresh orange zest to the mixture, beating until just combined.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground clove, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined, then stir in the fresh orange juice until incorporated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look slightly soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the optional glaze, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons of fresh orange juice until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 11 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: Ensure to zest only the bright orange part of the orange to avoid bitterness. Chilling the dough is crucial for the best texture and flavor.