Recipe: Chocolate Dipped Orange Cookies
Description:
Indulge in the delightful combination of zesty orange and rich chocolate with these Chocolate Dipped Orange Cookies. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are sure to impress with their vibrant flavors and irresistible appeal.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3/4 | all-purpose flour |
| 2 | cornstarch |
| 1/8 | double-acting baking powder |
| 1/2 | unsalted butter |
| 1/3 | powdered sugar |
| 1 | egg |
| 2 | orange zest |
| 1/4 | vanilla |
| 1 | granulated sugar |
| – | bittersweet chocolate |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 61
- Fat Content: 4.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 17.9mg
- Sodium Content: 6.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 5.5g
- Fiber Content: 0.2g
- Sugar Content: 1.7g
- Protein Content: 0.7g
Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
Yield:
- 24 cookies
Instructions:
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Into a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, double-acting baking powder, and a pinch of salt, ensuring even distribution of dry ingredients.
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In another bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the unsalted butter and powdered sugar until the mixture achieves a light and fluffy consistency, indicating proper incorporation.
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Beat in the egg yolk, orange zest, vanilla extract, and freshly squeezed orange juice, ensuring thorough integration of ingredients.
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Gradually stir in the sifted flour mixture, ensuring it is fully incorporated into the wet ingredients to form a cohesive dough.
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In a separate bowl, beat the egg white until soft peaks form, then gently but thoroughly fold it into the dough until well combined, resulting in a soft, pliable batter.
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Transfer the prepared batter into a pastry bag fitted with a decorative ribbon tip for piping. On a buttered baking sheet, pipe 1 1/2-inch lengths of dough, ensuring they are spaced approximately 1 inch apart.
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Sprinkle the piped cookie lengths with granulated sugar, adding a delightful touch of sweetness to the cookies.
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Bake the cookies in the middle of a preheated oven set to 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn a golden hue, indicative of perfectly baked cookies.
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Once baked, transfer the cookies to cooling racks and allow them to cool until they can be handled comfortably.
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Dip one end of each cooled cookie into melted bittersweet chocolate, ensuring even coverage, and then place them back on the racks to dry completely.
Enjoy:
Once the chocolate coating has set, savor the delectable Chocolate Dipped Orange Cookies with a cup of hot tea or coffee, or share them with friends and family for a truly delightful treat. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy afternoon at home or a festive gathering with loved ones. Embrace the combination of tangy citrus and rich chocolate in every blissful bite! 🍪🍊🍫
