Description
These Creamsicle Orange Cookies are soft, citrusy treats bursting with the fresh flavor of orange and a hint of vanilla. Optional white chocolate chips add a creamy sweetness that makes them irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 large orange
- ⅔ cup fresh orange juice
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Optional: Fold in white chocolate chips evenly.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are slightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For gluten-free: substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend.
- For dairy-free: use plant-based butter and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- For egg-free: replace each egg with 1 tbsp flaxseed meal mixed with 2.5 tbsp water.
- Try almond extract instead of vanilla for a unique flavor twist.
- Drizzle with orange glaze for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: creamsicle cookies, orange cookies, citrus dessert, white chocolate, soft cookies, summer treat