Zesty Orange Cookies (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Cookie Dough
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1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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½ teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup granulated sugar
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¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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½ teaspoon orange extract
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1 tablespoon orange zest
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½ cup white chocolate chips
→ For the Filling
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½ cup orange preserves or jam
# Let's Cook!:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
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Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Mix in egg, vanilla extract, orange extract, and orange zest until well combined.
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Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in white chocolate chips.
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Drop balls of dough onto prepared baking sheet. Make an indentation in center of each cookie and fill with a small amount of orange preserves.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are slightly golden. Cool on baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
# Cook's Notes:
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Add more orange zest for extra citrus flavor
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Can substitute dark or milk chocolate chips
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Warm preserves slightly if too thick for easier filling
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Keeps in airtight container for up to 1 week