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Orange Clove Cookies

Aromatic Orange Clove Cookies for Cozy Holidays

These Orange Clove Cookies are a delightful combination of clove, cinnamon, and orange, making them perfect for holiday gifting.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Substitution Note: Whole wheat flour can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda Preparation Note: Ensure it is fresh.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cloves Substitution Note: Ground allspice or nutmeg can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adjust to taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground cardamom Leave out for a simpler flavor.
  • 1 medium Zest and juice of an orange Use organic oranges.
  • 0.25 cups Molasses Substitution Note: Honey or maple syrup may change flavor.
  • 0.25 cups Honey Light or dark honey can be used.
  • 0.5 cups Butter Substitution Note: Coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1 large Eggs Should be at room temperature.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered sugar Can be omitted for a less sweet cookie.
  • 1-2 tablespoons Orange juice Use fresh juice for best taste.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Electric mixer
  • Spoon or Piping Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and your warm spices: 1 teaspoon of ground cloves, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground cardamom.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together 0.5 cup of softened butter, 0.5 cup of brown sugar, 0.25 cup of molasses, and 0.25 cup of honey until silky.
  4. Beat in 1 large egg, the zest of one orange, and 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed orange juice until combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to your wet ingredients, stirring just until a dough forms.
  6. Drop rounded portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar and 1-2 tablespoons of fresh orange juice until smooth.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies and allow to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure that your molasses and honey are measured accurately for consistent sweetness. Refrigerating the dough can help prevent excessive spreading.

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