Description
Creamsicle Orange Cookies are a delightful treat that captures the essence of summer with every bite. These soft, chewy cookies combine the bright zest of fresh oranges and the creamy sweetness of vanilla, evoking nostalgic memories of ice cream trucks and sunlit afternoons. Perfect for any gathering or a cozy afternoon snack, these cookies are sure to impress your friends and family!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp orange zest (freshly grated)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together softened butter and sugar until fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, beating until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and orange zest. Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges. Let cool before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg