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Orange Clove Cookies

Cozy Orange Clove Cookies for a Joyous Holiday Treat

Enjoy cozy Orange Clove Cookies, a festive delight bursting with flavor, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour for an alternative option.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the cookies rise.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves Adds warm spice.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Infuses sweetness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom Contributes floral notes; omit if unavailable.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar Adds moisture.
  • 1/4 cup molasses Delivers rich sweetness; substitute with honey if needed.
  • 1/4 cup honey Provides extra sweetness.
  • Zest and juice of 1 orange Brings bright, citrusy notes.
  • 1/2 cup butter Use coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 large egg Serves as a binding agent.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional but recommended.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens and thickens the glaze.
  • 2-3 tablespoons orange juice Adds fresh flavor.
  • Zest of 1 orange Enhances citrus flavor.

Equipment

  • oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and honey together until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest and juice to the creamed mixture and mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just incorporated.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden, then let cool on baking sheets.
  8. Mix powdered sugar with orange juice and zest until smooth to prepare the glaze.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over cooled cookies and allow to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is at room temperature for easy mixing. Customize flavors with spices or mix-ins.

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