Creamsicle Orange Cookies: Chewy & Citrusy Recipe
These Creamsicle Orange Cookies bring the nostalgic flavors of a creamsicle popsicle into a soft, chewy cookie form. Bursting with bright citrus from fresh orange zest and juice, and sweetened with creamy white chocolate chips, these cookies are perfect for capturing a sunny, summery vibe in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups (315g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (100g) packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange zest (about 2 medium oranges)
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
Add-ins
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (or vanilla baking chips)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to combine and set aside for later use.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and packed light brown sugar on medium speed until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add Flavor: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then add the pure vanilla extract, fresh orange zest, and fresh orange juice, mixing just until everything is combined.
- Combine and Add Chips: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently and just until incorporated to avoid overmixing. Fold in the white chocolate chips to evenly distribute them through the dough.
- Scoop and Bake: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet spaced about 2 inches apart to allow spreading. Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the cookie edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft. Remove and allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use freshly grated orange zest for the brightest and most vibrant citrus flavor.
- Do not overbake; the cookie centers should appear slightly underdone when removed from the oven as they will firm up while cooling.
- For thicker cookies, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
Keywords: Creamsicle cookies, Orange cookies, Chewy citrus cookies, White chocolate chip cookies, Summer cookies, Soft chewy cookies, Citrus dessert
