Creamsicle Orange Sugar Cookies
Delightful cookies bursting with orange zest, combining traditional sugar cookie dough with a refreshing citrus flavor, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is completely softened.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons orange zest Freshly grated for best flavor.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup orange frosting (optional) For topping, optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and ensure the butter is completely softened.
- Zest the oranges and have the egg ready.
Mixing Dough
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, orange zest, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
Combining Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Baking
- Using a tablespoon, drop portions of the dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden on the edges but soft in the center.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes, then transfer them to wire racks to cool completely.
Frosting
- Once cooled, frost the cookies with orange frosting if desired.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For freezing, stack in layers separated by parchment paper.