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Orange Cardamom Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these Orange Cardamom Cookies, a perfect blend of citrus brightness and warm spices. Soft and chewy with a hint of molasses sweetness, these cookies are rolled in sugar for a delightful crunchy exterior. Ideal for a cozy afternoon treat or sharing during holiday gatherings.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 28 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup (12 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons orange zest (from about 2 oranges)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cardamom

For Rolling

  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Beat Butter: In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the softened butter until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add Sugar and Zest: Beat in the brown sugar and orange zest just until combined, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
  3. Incorporate Egg and Molasses: Beat in the egg, scraping down the bowl as necessary, then add the molasses and vanilla bean paste, mixing thoroughly.
  4. Add Dry Ingredients: Carefully sprinkle the flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cardamom evenly over the dough, then beat just until combined to avoid overmixing.
  5. Chill Dough: Refrigerate the dough for at least 2 hours to firm it up, making it easier to handle and improving texture.
  6. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Shape Cookies: Scoop out approximately 2 tablespoons of dough per cookie and roll lightly into balls with your hands.
  8. Roll in Sugar: Roll each dough ball evenly in the granulated sugar for a sweet, crunchy coating.
  9. Arrange Cookies: Place the sugar-rolled dough balls evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet, about 12 per sheet.
  10. Bake: Bake the cookies for 11 to 13 minutes or until the edges are set but centers remain soft.
  11. Repeat: Refrigerate any remaining dough and repeat the shaping, rolling, and baking process until all dough is used.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough is essential for the best texture and to prevent spreading during baking.
  • If you do not have vanilla bean paste, you can substitute with 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  • For a more intense orange flavor, add a teaspoon of fresh orange juice to the wet ingredients.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/orange-cardamom-cookies-recipe/