Perfectly Soft Orange Sugar Cookies
Discover how to make Perfectly Soft Orange Sugar Cookies. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
20
Prep Time
12
Cook Time
32
Total Time
36
Servings
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Discover how to make Perfectly Soft Orange Sugar Cookies. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Step 3
3. Add the salt, egg, orange zest, orange juice, and lemon extract to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined, about 1 minute.
Step 4
4. Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until incorporated. The dough will be soft but should hold together.
Step 5
5. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 6
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just barely golden. The centers may look slightly underdone - this is what keeps them soft.
Step 7
7. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 8
8. For the icing, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth. Add orange food coloring if desired.
Step 9
9. Once cookies are completely cool, drizzle or spread the icing over the top of each cookie. Let the icing set for about 15 minutes before serving.
You Must Know
- ✓Use fresh orange juice and zest for the brightest flavor - bottled juice won't provide the same vibrant taste
- ✓Don't overbake these cookies; they should look slightly underdone in the center when you remove them from the oven
- ✓For extra orange flavor, add a teaspoon of orange extract to the dough along with the lemon extract
Chef's Notes
Use fresh orange juice and zest for the brightest flavor - bottled juice won't provide the same vibrant taste
Don't overbake these cookies; they should look slightly underdone in the center when you remove them from the oven
For extra orange flavor, add a teaspoon of orange extract to the dough along with the lemon extract
Serving Suggestions
These cookies pair wonderfully with a cup of Earl Grey tea or a glass of cold milk. They're perfect for cookie exchanges, holiday gatherings, or as a bright addition to a dessert table. The citrus notes make them especially refreshing in spring and summer, though they're welcome year-round.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
120
Calories
1g
Protein
17g
Carbs
5g
Fat
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Perfectly Soft Orange Sugar Cookies
Discover how to make Perfectly Soft Orange Sugar Cookies. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.
Ingredients (11)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Add the salt, egg, orange zest, orange juice, and lemon extract to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined, about 1 minute.
- Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until incorporated. The dough will be soft but should hold together.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just barely golden. The centers may look slightly underdone - this is what keeps them soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the icing, whisk together the confectioners' sugar and milk in a small bowl until smooth. Add orange food coloring if desired.
- Once cookies are completely cool, drizzle or spread the icing over the top of each cookie. Let the icing set for about 15 minutes before serving.
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