Description
These Irresistible Iced Orange Shortbread Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich buttery flavor of shortbread with a refreshing orange icing.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 1 tablespoon orange juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 1-2 tablespoons orange juice (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the flour, cornstarch, and salt until well combined.
- Stir in the orange zest and orange juice, mixing until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until lightly golden on the edges.
- Let the cookies cool completely.
- To make the icing, mix the powdered sugar with orange juice until smooth.
- Drizzle the icing over the cooled cookies and let set before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger orange flavor, you can add more orange zest.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg