Orange Meltaway Cookies

Orange Meltaway Cookies are a delightful treat that literally melt in your mouth. The combination of fresh orange zest and juice gives these cookies a burst of citrus flavor that is both refreshing and addictive. Enjoy these delicate and crumbly cookies with a cup of tea or coffee!

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Orange Meltaway Cookies

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 24 Calories: 2880

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Butter
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon Orange zest
• 2 tablespoon Freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoon Cornstarch
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 2 drop Orange food coloring (optional)
• ¹⁄₂ cup Powdered sugar (for coating)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. If desired, add a few drops of orange food coloring and mix until evenly distributed.
6. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
9. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
11. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
12. While still warm, gently roll the cookies in powdered sugar to coat.
13. Transfer the coated cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
14. Once cooled, store in an airtight container.

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.