Delicious Soft Orange Sugar Cookies
These soft and sweet cookies have a delightful citrus flavor, thanks to fresh orange zest and juice, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure butter is softened for easy mixing.
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest Feel free to add more zest for a stronger flavor.
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, and baking powder; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, white sugar, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, orange zest, and salt, then gradually mix in the dry ingredients.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes to improve texture.
Baking
- Roll rounded teaspoonfuls of dough into balls, and place them onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Flatten each ball slightly with a glass and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them in a freezer-safe bag for up to three months. Optional: Add chocolate chips or raisins for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 80mgSugar: 8g
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