Orange Drop Cookies II

Orange drop cookies are a classic American treat that originated in the early 20th century. They are known for their soft texture and refreshing citrus flavor.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Orange Drop Cookies II

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 2880

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 0.5 cup Butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 Egg
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 2 tablespoon Orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
4. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
5. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Once the cookies are cool, dust them with powdered sugar. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 8g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.