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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!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 –15 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: European
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 eggs
  • 80 g sugar
  • 120 ml sunflower oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 orange orange peel
  • 300 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Method
 

Prepare the Dough:
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until light and frothy.
  2. Add the sunflower oil, vanilla extract, and orange zest, stirring to combine.
  3. Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and baking powder, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Shape the Cookies:
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll small portions of dough into balls and place them on the baking sheet, leaving space between each.
  3. Gently press each cookie down slightly with your fingers or a fork.
Bake to Perfection:
  1. Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Serve & Enjoy:
  1. 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.