Description
Orange Poppy Seed Cookies are a delightful treat that captures the essence of sunshine with every bite. Bursting with zesty orange flavor and enhanced by the subtle crunch of poppy seeds, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed during afternoon tea or as a casual snack, they add a touch of brightness to your dessert table and are sure to become a favorite among family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest (freshly grated)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, poppy seeds, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time along with orange zest.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Let cool on the baking sheet before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg