Description
These Orange Creamsicle Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic summer treat. Bursting with citrusy flavor and creamy white chocolate chips, these cookies are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon orange extract (optional)
Additions:
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking. - Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside. - Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy. This helps create a soft cookie texture. - Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients
Mix in the egg, orange zest, orange juice, vanilla extract, and optional orange extract. Beat until smooth and well combined. - Step 5: Combine Dry and Wet Mixtures
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cookies dense. - Step 6: Fold in the White Chocolate Chips
Gently stir in the white chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the dough. - Step 7: Scoop the Cookie Dough
Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. - Step 8: Bake the Cookies
Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly undercooked, but they will firm up as they cool. - Step 9: Cool and Serve
Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy warm or store for later!
Notes
- You can add orange food coloring for a more vibrant appearance.
- For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle some additional orange zest on top of the cookies before baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Orange Creamsicle Cookies, citrus cookies, white chocolate chip cookies, dessert recipe
