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Chocolate Orange Cookies

Decadent Chocolate Orange Cookies to Brighten Your Day

Delight in these rich Chocolate Orange Cookies, blending chocolate and citrus for a gourmet treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 0.5 cups natural unsweetened cocoa powder Avoid Dutch-processed for proper rising.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom Optional, skip if unavailable.
  • 1 pinch salt Enhances all flavors.
  • 0.75 cups granulated sugar Adjust according to your taste.
  • 0.5 cups light brown sugar Can swap for more granulated if needed.
  • 1 zest orange Finely grated for best results.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter At room temperature.
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract Opt for pure for best taste.
  • 1 large egg Best if at room temperature.
  • 1 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips Can substitute with dark or milk chocolate.
For the Topping
  • 1 zest sugared orange zest Optional, mix zest with sugar.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  2. Combine Sugars and Orange Zest: In a large mixing bowl, rub the granulated sugar with the zest of orange.
  3. Cream Butter and Add Eggs: Beat butter and vanilla with the sugar mixture, then add the egg.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold in the dry ingredient mixture until just combined.
  5. Add Chocolate Chips: Fold in chocolate chips and refrigerate dough for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) about 10 minutes before baking.
  7. Shape the Cookies: Roll chilled dough into balls and place them on a prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake the Cookies: Bake for about 10 minutes until edges are set and centers are soft.
  9. Add Finishing Touches: Cool on the baking sheet before adding optional sugared orange zest.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze dough or baked cookies.