Orange-Poppy Seed Cookies 🍊🍪
Description: Indulge in the delightful flavors of citrus and poppy seeds with these Orange-Poppy Seed Cookies. They are a perfect treat for any occasion and can be whipped up in no time!
- Recipe Category: Dessert
- Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, < 30 Mins
- Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5)
- Review Count: 8
- Calories: 520.5 per serving
- Fat Content: 34.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 20g
- Cholesterol Content: 109mg
- Sodium Content: 8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 49g
- Fiber Content: 2.5g
- Sugar Content: 17g
- Protein Content: 5.8g
- Recipe Yield: 6-7 dozen
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 1/2 cup | Unsalted butter |
| 3 tbsp | Orange zest |
| 1/2 cup | Sugar |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 1/2 cup | All-purpose flour |
| 1 3/4 cups | All-purpose flour (additional) |
| 2 tbsp | Poppy seeds |
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
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Beat butter with orange zest until it whitens and holds soft peaks.
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Add sugar to the butter mixture and beat until well blended.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks and vanilla extract.
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Incorporate the egg mixture into the butter mixture, scraping down the sides as necessary.
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Add 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour and poppy seeds to the mixture, mixing only until combined.
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Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and roll each into a log, approximately 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
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Freeze the dough for at least 30 minutes to facilitate slicing, or wrap it well for later use.
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Slice the dough into rounds, about 3/8 inch thick.
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Place the sliced cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
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Bake in the preheated oven until firm and lightly and evenly browned, approximately 12-15 minutes.
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Ensure that the cookies are cooked through to achieve a tender texture.
Enjoy these delightful Orange-Poppy Seed Cookies with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat any time of day! These cookies are sure to impress with their citrusy flavor and crunchy poppy seed texture. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just craving something sweet, these cookies are the perfect choice. Plus, with a prep time of just 15 minutes and a total time of 30 minutes, you can have freshly baked cookies on the table in no time! So go ahead, give this recipe a try and indulge in the goodness of homemade cookies today!
