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Orange Sugar Cookies

Soft and Chewy Orange Sugar Cookies to Brighten Your Day

These delightful Orange Sugar Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with citrus flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup butter, softened provides richness and contributes to a tender texture
  • 1 cup sugar adds sweetness
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt enhances sweetness
  • 1 large egg, room temperature binds the dough
  • 4 teaspoons grated orange zest delivers a strong orange flavor
  • 0.33 cup orange juice adds moisture
  • 1.5 teaspoons lemon extract complements the orange flavor
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour provides structure
For the Icing
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar essential for glaze
  • 2 tablespoons 2% milk adjusts icing consistency
  • 3 drops orange food coloring optional for color

Equipment

  • Mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • plastic wrap
  • cookie cutters
  • Wire racks

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large bowl, cream together butter, sugar, and salt until light and fluffy, about 5-7 minutes. Beat in the egg, followed by the orange zest, orange juice, and lemon extract. Gradually mix in the flour until incorporated. Divide dough in half, shape into disks, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). After dough is firm, roll each disk to 1/4 inch thick. Cut out shapes and place on greased baking sheets, spacing them 1 inch apart.
  3. Bake cookies for 8-10 minutes until edges are golden and centers remain soft. Allow to cool on sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together confectioners’ sugar, milk, and optional food coloring until smooth. Adjust consistency with more milk if needed.
  5. Once cookies are cooled, drizzle or spread icing on top. Allow icing to set for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

These cookies are best when stored in an airtight container to maintain softness and flavor.

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