"Elevate your cookie game with this glazed orange spice recipe! Perfectly spiced with cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves, these chewy treats are a festive twist on classic cookies."
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest and juice of 1 orange
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp fresh orange juice
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Add the egg, vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice. Beat until well combined.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just incorporated.
5. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie. Flatten slightly with a fork.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and orange juice until smooth. Brush the glaze over the cookies using a pastry brush or spoon. Allow the glaze to set before serving or storing.
Enjoy your delicious glazed orange spice cookies! These cookies are perfect for the holiday season or any time you want a warm, spicy treat. They're also great for gift-giving, so don't hesitate to make a batch and share them with your friends and family.