Orange Choco Chip Cookies
Delicious, citrus-infused cookies combining zesty orange with rich chocolate chips.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup brown sugar packed
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 ½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- Mix in the orange zest and freshly squeezed orange juice.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just incorporated.
- Gently fold in the chocolate chips (and nuts, if using).
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden and centers are set.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Nutrition (Estimated per Serving):
- Calories: ~150 per cookie
- Carbohydrates: ~20g
- Protein: ~2g
- Fat: ~7g
Notes
For a thicker cookie, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking.
Substitute half the all-purpose flour with whole wheat for a heartier texture.
A sprinkle of sea salt on top before baking enhances the flavor profile.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.