Orange Powdered Sugar Cookies

Powdered sugar, also known as confectioners’ sugar or icing sugar, is made by grinding granulated sugar into a fine powder. It is commonly used in baking to add sweetness and a smooth texture to desserts.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Orange Powdered Sugar Cookies

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert 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
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoon Orange zest
• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Orange juice
• ¹⁄₄ cup Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the vanilla extract and orange zest, and mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
5. Stir in the orange juice.
6. Cover the dough and refrigerate for 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 and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
10. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
11. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
12. Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar.
13. 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.