Orange Creamsicle Cookies
Orange creamsicle cookies capture the joy of summer in a soft, chewy treat with fresh orange zest, juice, and creamy white chocolate chips. Each bite delivers a comforting blend of childhood nostalgia and bakery-style indulgence. Perfect for gatherings or as a lunchbox surprise, these cookies are rays of sunshine baked right into your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter with granulated sugar and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice. Mix until fully combined and smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms.
- Fold in the white chocolate chips with a rubber spatula until evenly distributed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are just set.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
Calories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSodium: 70mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 14g
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