Zesty Orange Delight Cookies
Indulge in these vibrant Zesty Orange Delight Cookies, bursting with the refreshing flavor of fresh oranges. Each cookie is perfectly soft and chewy, enhanced by the rich buttery texture and a hint of walnuts. This delightful treat is complemented by a smooth, tangy orange icing that adds an irresistible finish. Perfect for sharing at parties or enjoying as a sweet snack, these cookies are sure to brighten your day!
N/A
Servings
N/A
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
butter
2/3 cup (room temperature)
sugar
1 cup (granulated)
eggs
2 (large)
orange
1 (juiced and zested)
flour
2 1/4 cups (all-purpose)
salt
1/2 teaspoon (fine sea salt)
baking soda
1/2 teaspoon
walnuts
1/2 cup (chopped (optional))
powdered sugar
1 1/2 cups (sifted)
butter
3 tablespoons (room temperature)
orange juice
1 1/2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
orange peel
2 teaspoons (grated)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking sheets or line them with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature butter and sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. This may take about 3-5 minutes.
3
Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition. Then, incorporate the fresh orange juice and the grated orange zest, blending until fully combined.
4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
5
If you are adding walnuts, fold them in gently to ensure an even distribution without overmixing.
6
Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
7
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Do not overbake as you want them to remain soft.
8
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack while you prepare the icing.
9
To prepare the icing, combine the sifted powdered sugar, softened butter, orange juice, and grated orange peel in a mixing bowl. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
10
Once the cookies have cooled completely, drizzle or swirl the orange icing over the top, allowing it to set before serving. Enjoy your Zesty Orange Delight Cookies!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Zesty Orange Delight Cookies?
They are soft and chewy cookies bursting with fresh orange flavor, featuring a buttery texture and a hint of walnuts, finished with a tangy orange icing.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 350 degrees Fahrenheit or 175 degrees Celsius.
How much butter is used in the cookie dough?
The dough requires 2/3 cup of room temperature butter.
What kind of sugar is needed for the dough?
One cup of granulated sugar is used for the cookie dough.
How many eggs are required?
The recipe calls for 2 large eggs.
How do I prepare the orange for the dough?
You will need one orange that has been both juiced and zested.
How much flour is required?
The recipe uses 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour.
What type of salt should I use?
Fine sea salt is recommended, specifically 1/2 teaspoon.
How much baking soda is needed?
The recipe requires 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda.
Are walnuts mandatory for this recipe?
No, the 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts is optional.
How much powdered sugar is in the icing?
The icing requires 1 1/2 cups of sifted powdered sugar.
How much butter is used for the icing?
The icing uses 3 tablespoons of room temperature butter.
What amount of orange juice goes into the icing?
The icing calls for 1 1/2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed orange juice.
How much orange peel is used for the icing?
You will need 2 teaspoons of grated orange peel for the icing.
How long should I cream the butter and sugar?
Cream them together for 3 to 5 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
How should I add the eggs to the mixture?
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
When do I add the fresh orange juice and zest?
Incorporate them after the eggs have been mixed into the creamed butter and sugar.
Should I mix the dry ingredients separately?
Yes, whisk the flour, salt, and baking soda together in a separate bowl before adding to the wet ingredients.
How do I combine the dry and wet ingredients?
Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined.
What is the best way to add the walnuts?
Fold the chopped walnuts in gently to ensure even distribution without overmixing the dough.
How should I portion the dough onto the baking sheet?
Use a spoon or a cookie scoop to drop portions of dough, leaving space for spreading.
How long do the cookies need to bake?
Bake the cookies for approximately 10 to 12 minutes.
How can I tell if the cookies are done?
The cookies are done when the edges are lightly golden; do not overbake them.
Where should the cookies cool?
Once removed from the oven, let them cool on a wire rack.
When is the best time to apply the icing?
Wait until the cookies have cooled completely before applying the icing.
How do I prepare the icing?
Combine powdered sugar, butter, orange juice, and orange peel in a bowl and blend until smooth.
How should the icing be applied?
Drizzle or swirl the icing over the top of the cooled cookies.
Can I use parchment paper for baking?
Yes, you can line your baking sheets with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 total ingredients listed for the cookies and icing.
What makes these cookies refreshing?
The combination of fresh orange juice, orange zest, and a tangy orange icing provides a vibrant citrus flavor.