Spiced Orange Clove Cookies
Delightful cookies combining warm spices and citrus flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Use the spoon-and-level method for accurate measuring.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground clove
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature.
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar For glaze.
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice For glaze.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, ground clove, and salt until well blended.
- In another large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs, fresh orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Baking
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart. Flatten them slightly with your palm.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look soft.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Glazing
- In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with orange juice and zest until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cookies.
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Notes
For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend. Chill the dough for 30 minutes to help retain shape. Adjust baking times for desired texture.