Description
Soft and fluffy cookies infused with the delightful taste of creamsicle oranges, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy—about 3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg and orange zest.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop the dough by tablespoons and roll it into balls.
- Roll the balls in powdered sugar and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a cooling rack.
Notes
Let the dough chill for a moment to help the flavors meld beautifully. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, sugar cookies, orange, dessert, summer treats