Description
Creamsicle Orange Cookies are a delightful treat that captures the essence of summer with their vibrant orange flavor and creamy texture. Each bite is a nostalgic reminder of childhood joys, making these cookies perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 orange (about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the orange zest and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until golden around the edges but still soft in the center. Allow cooling slightly before transferring to wire racks and dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg