Orange Cookies with Orange Icing

Bursting with zesty citrus flavor, these Orange Cookies with Orange Icing are a sweet and tangy treat that will brighten your day! Soft and tender with a hint of fresh orange juice and fragrant zest, these cookies are topped with a luscious orange-infused icing, adding the perfect touch of sweetness and shine. Made with simple pantry staples and ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for everything from casual snacking to elegant dessert spreads. The vibrant combination of fresh orange juice and zest ensures each bite is packed with refreshing, natural citrus flavor. Serve them at tea parties, holiday gatherings, or as a sunny pick-me-up any time of year!

Nutriscore Rating: 36/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice (for icing)
• 0.5 teaspoon grated orange zest (for icing)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the egg, 2 tablespoons of fresh orange juice, 1 tablespoon of orange zest, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

While the cookies cool, prepare the orange icing. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of fresh orange juice, and 0.5 teaspoon of orange zest until smooth and glossy.

Step 9

Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle or spread the orange icing over the tops of each cookie.

Step 10

Allow the icing to set for about 15 minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious orange cookies with orange icing!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	695.6 grams (695.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2680

Total Fat 105.00g	135%
Saturated Fat 62.90g	315%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 454mg	151%
Sodium 1159mg	50%
Total Carbohydrate 417.60g	152%
Dietary Fiber 5.70g	20%
Total Sugars 274.00g
Protein 26.10g	52%

Vitamin D 48IU	240%
Calcium 91mg	7%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 439mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.7%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 61.4%