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Fluffy Cookies with Orange Juice

Fluffy Cookies with Orange Juice

Delightful Fluffy Cookies with Orange Juice are light, airy, and bursting with citrus flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 135
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 zest orange
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, followed by orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  5. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined to avoid overmixing.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 5g

Notes

Optional additions include chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits. For a lemon twist, substitute lemon juice and zest for orange.

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