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Christmas Cookies with Orange Juice

Zesty Christmas Cookies with Orange Juice for Holiday Cheer

These Easy Christmas Cookies with Orange Juice blend nostalgia and flavor, making them a perfect treat for holiday festivities.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Can be omitted if using salted butter.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for lower glycemic.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter Can be replaced with vegan butter for dairy-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Zest from oranges Use only the bright orange part to avoid bitterness.
  • 1 large egg Replace with a flaxseed egg or applesauce for egg-free.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh orange juice Avoid bottled juice for the best taste.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Confectioners’ sugar Feel free to reduce the amount for less sweetness.
  • Additional zest and juice Use the same fresh oranges for continuity in taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Beat the granulated sugar and softened unsalted butter together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add the large egg into the butter-sugar mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
  5. Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the butter mixture, alternating with the freshly squeezed orange juice.
  6. Scoop out portions of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the centers feel firm.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Whisk together confectioners’ sugar, reserved orange zest, fresh orange juice, and melted butter until smooth for the glaze.
  10. Spread the prepared glaze over the cooled cookies and allow to set for about 20 minutes at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 60IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.4mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh orange juice and zest. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.

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