Description
Transport yourself to sunny days with these Delicious Creamsicle Orange Cookies. Bursting with zesty orange flavor and creamy vanilla, every bite is a delightful reminder of carefree summer afternoons. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat at home, these cookies are easy to make and sure to impress your friends and family. Enjoy the vibrant orange hue and heavenly aroma as you bake up a batch that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh oranges
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, orange juice, zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared sheets about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool slightly and dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg