Description
Delight your taste buds with these Orange Cardamom Cookies, a perfect blend of citrusy orange zest and warm, fragrant cardamom. These delicate, soft cookies are ideal for any occasion, offering a subtly spiced treat that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee. Easy to make, with a delightful balance of sweet and spicy, they will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Zest of 1 large orange
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional: powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cardamom, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each ball with the back of a fork.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
For a more intense citrus flavor, add 2 tablespoons of orange zest or a teaspoon of orange extract.
The dough can be frozen ahead of time. Shape into balls and freeze them for up to 3 months.
If you prefer a slightly spicier cookie, you can add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough along with the cardamom.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies, Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: Approximately 110 kcal