Melt-in-Your-Mouth Orange Cookies: A Citrusy Delight
These Melt-in-Your-Mouth Orange Cookies are soft, buttery, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Made with simple ingredients like orange zest, vanilla, and a touch of sugar, they have a light texture that makes them perfect for tea time or a sweet snack. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, these cookies will quickly become a household favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12–15 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Ingredients
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- 2 eggs
- 80g sugar
- 120ml sunflower oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange (orange peel)
- 300g all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough:
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until light and frothy.
- Add the sunflower oil, vanilla extract, and orange zest, stirring to combine.
- Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and baking powder, mixing until a soft dough forms.
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Shape the Cookies:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll small portions of dough into balls and place them on the baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Gently press each cookie down slightly with your fingers or a fork.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
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Serve & Enjoy:
- Enjoy these citrusy cookies with a cup of tea, coffee, or as a light dessert.
Notes
- For extra citrus flavor, add a tablespoon of fresh orange juice to the dough.
- If you prefer a sweeter cookie, sprinkle powdered sugar on top after baking.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- You can freeze the dough for up to 3 months and bake directly from frozen.