Soft and Chewy Creamsicle Orange Cookies Recipe
These Soft and Chewy Creamsicle Orange Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the flavors of zesty orange and sweet vanilla in a perfect balance. The chewy texture and citrusy glaze make them a favorite for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (from about 1 orange)
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Cream together butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in egg, vanilla extract, orange extract, and orange zest.
- Add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, alternating with orange juice, until combined.
- Drop dough onto baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Cool cookies on the sheet, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Whisk powdered sugar and heavy cream for glaze. Drizzle over cookies.
Notes
- Use fresh orange zest for the brightest citrus flavor.
- Chill dough for 30 minutes before baking for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
