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Aromatic Orange Clove Cookies for a Cozy Holiday Treat

These Orange Clove Cookies are a perfect festive treat, blending warm spices with citrus for a cozy holiday experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version
  • 1 cup sugar brown sugar can enhance the flavor depth
  • ½ cup molasses can replace with dark corn syrup
  • ½ cup honey use maple syrup for a different taste
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda acts as a leavening agent
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves provides warm, aromatic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon enhances spiciness
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom adds unique aromatic twist
  • zest of 1 orange bright citrus notes
  • ¼ cup orange juice consider substituting with lemon juice
  • ½ cup butter opt for coconut oil for dairy-free version
  • 1 egg consider flax egg for vegan version
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar reduce amount for less sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons milk almond milk works for dairy-free option

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowls
  • hand mixer
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

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 mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, ground cloves, ground cinnamon, and ground cardamom.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the butter, molasses, and honey until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add the beaten egg, orange zest, and orange juice to the creamed mixture and mix until fully combined.
  5. Gradually incorporate the dry ingredient mixture into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until slightly golden at the edges but soft in the center. Allow to cool for 5 minutes on baking sheet.
  8. Whisk together powdered sugar and fresh orange juice to create a smooth glaze.
  9. Once cookies are cooled, drizzle the glaze over each cookie and let set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use softened butter and avoid overmixing once incorporating dry ingredients. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain softness.

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