Whip Up Dreamy Orange Cream Cookies Recipe Today!
Sweet aromas of citrus and vanilla dance through the kitchen when baking orange cream cookies that promise pure delight.
These irresistible treats blend zesty orange flavors with creamy undertones for a mouthwatering experience.
Soft, delicate, and bursting with bright citrus notes, the cookies offer a perfect balance of sweetness and tang.
Each bite delivers a delightful crunch that melts seamlessly on your tongue.
The recipe combines simple ingredients to create a spectacular dessert that feels both nostalgic and innovative.
Rich, buttery, and fragrant, these cookies transform an ordinary afternoon into a celebration of flavor.
Prepare to fall in love with this delectable orange cream cookie sensation that will become your new favorite sweet indulgence.
How to Make Orange Cream Cookies Soft and Bright
Crank your oven to a toasty 350F and grab a baking sheet. Line it with parchment paper for easy cookie removal.
Grab a big mixing bowl and blend soft butter with sugar until the mixture looks light and airy. This is where the magic starts!
Toss in a fresh egg, sprinkle some bright orange zest, splash in orange juice, and add a dash of vanilla. Mix everything until it looks smooth and dreamy.
In another bowl, gently mix flour, a pinch of baking soda, and a touch of salt. These will give your cookies the perfect texture.
Slowly fold the dry ingredients into your wet mixture. Add sour cream in between, stirring gently until everything is just combined. Don’t overmix – we want tender cookies!
Scoop small rounds of dough onto your prepared baking sheet. Leave some space between each cookie. Slide the tray into the oven and bake until the edges turn a beautiful golden color.
Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Once cooled, grab a cookie and savor the citrusy, creamy goodness!
Mix-Ins and Glazes That Go Beyond the Basics
Serve With Afternoon Tea or Holiday Cheer
Store So They Stay Soft and Lemony
Quick Recipe Overview
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Calories: 139 kcal
Servings: 24
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Dreamy Orange Cream Cookies Recipe
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 25 1x
Description
Homemade orange cream cookies blend zesty citrus with sweet vanilla in a delightful dessert. Rich butter and fresh orange zest create a classic flavor profile that delights cookie enthusiasts.
Ingredients
- 4 oz (113 g) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 2 tbsps fresh orange juice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tbsp fresh orange juice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp orange zest
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, creating a smooth surface for precise cookie placement.
- Creaming: Whip butter and sugar together in a large mixing bowl until the mixture becomes light, fluffy, and transforms into a pale, cloud-like texture.
- Liquid Integration: Blend egg, vibrant orange zest, citrus juice, and vanilla extract into the creamed mixture, ensuring complete incorporation and aromatic infusion.
- Dry Mixture: Sift flour, baking powder, and salt into a separate bowl, creating a uniform dry ingredient base that will provide structural integrity to the cookies.
- Dough Formation: Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, periodically introducing sour cream and mixing until a smooth, cohesive dough develops without overworking the batter.
- Shaping and Baking: Portion dough onto the prepared baking sheet using a cookie scoop, spacing drops evenly to allow for natural expansion during baking, then slide into the preheated oven.
- Cooling and Finishing: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges turn a delicate golden hue, then remove and let cookies rest on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack for complete cooling.
Notes
- Zest Carefully: Grate orange zest only from the outer colored part, avoiding the bitter white pith underneath for pure, bright citrus flavor.
- Prevent Overmixing: Stir dough just until ingredients combine to maintain soft, tender cookie texture and prevent tough, dense results.
- Temperature Matters: Use room temperature butter and egg for smoother blending and more consistent cookie spread during baking.
- Storage Solution: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, separating layers with parchment to preserve freshness and prevent sticking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 25
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 65 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Jenna Hartley
Founder & Recipe Creator
Expertise
Education
Box Hill Institute, Melbourne
William Angliss Institute, Melbourne
Jenna is the heart of Picture Perfect Meals, turning simple ingredients into beautiful, easy‑to‑make dishes.
Growing up around family meals in Melbourne, she trained at Box Hill Institute and then perfected her pastry skills at William Angliss Institute. She loves mixing classic Australian flavors with fresh ideas to keep cooking fun and stress‑free.