Orange Cardamom Cookies
Orange Cardamom Cookies are a delightful treat that melds the bright zest of orange with the warm spice of cardamom. These soft, chewy cookies are perfect for any occasion, bringing joy and comfort with every bite. With their sunny hue and aromatic fragrance, they’re bound to be a hit at cozy gatherings or festive celebrations. Easy to prepare, these cookies will have everyone asking for more!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- 1 tbsp fresh orange zest
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, ground cardamom, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space for spreading.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg