Description

Orange Creamsicle Cookies are a delightful treat that captures the essence of summer with their vibrant orange flavor and creamy vanilla undertones. Each cookie is soft, chewy, and studded with white chocolate chips, making them perfect for any occasion from backyard barbecues to cozy movie nights. Easy to make and impossible to resist, these cookies transport you back to carefree sunny days with every delicious bite.

Ingredients

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2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 large egg
2 tsp vanilla extract
Zest of 1 orange
1 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, beat softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until fluffy (about 3 minutes).
Add egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest; mix until smooth.
Gradually add dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Gently fold in white chocolate chips.
Scoop tablespoons of dough onto prepared sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden but soft in the center.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 130
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 80mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 17g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: For a citrus twist, substitute orange zest with lemon or lime zest. Enhance texture with nuts or adjust the amount of white chocolate chips for your preference.