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Chocolate Orange Cookies

Chocolate Orange Cookies prepared dish

These chocolate orange cookies combine rich cocoa with the bright zest of orange, creating a delightful treat. The fluffy texture and balanced flavors make them perfect for any occasion. Enjoy these cookies with a cup of tea or coffee for a sweet afternoon break!

This recipe is dessert, scaled for 6 servings, with 15 min prep and 12 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 12 min · Total: 27 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include unsalted butter, vanilla extract, baking powder, large egg.
  • Follow all 8 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 pcs large egg
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 0.5 cups unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cups granulated sugar
  • 0.25 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest to the mixture, and beat until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 170
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 26 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 50 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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