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Orange And Dark Chocolate Cookies Recipe

These orange and dark chocolate cookies combine the rich flavor of dark chocolate with the zesty freshness of orange. The recipe calls for basic ingredients like flour, sugar, butter, and eggs, with orange zest and dark chocolate chunks added for flavor. The dough is chilled, then baked until golden.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword Orange And Dark Chocolate Cookies Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 18 cookies
Calories 150kcal
Author Rakibul

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer (Optional)
  • Spoon
  • Cookie Scoop

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp orange zest about 2 oranges
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips preferably 70% cocoa

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheets

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.

Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

Cream Butter and Sugar

  • In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. This should take about 3 minutes with an electric mixer. If you’re mixing by hand, it may take a little longer.

Add the Wet Ingredients

  • Add the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until well combined. You’ll start to smell the wonderful citrus aroma—this is a sign that the orange zest is blending in perfectly!

Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

  • Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir until everything is just combined. Be careful not to overmix!

Add Dark Chocolate

  • Fold in the dark chocolate chips and, if desired, the tablespoon of fresh orange juice. This adds an extra layer of orange flavor that complements the chocolate beautifully.

Scoop and Shape

  • Use a spoon or cookie scoop to form small balls of dough (about 1 tablespoon each). Place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Bake the Cookies

  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Keep an eye on them as baking times can vary slightly depending on your oven.

Cool and Enjoy

  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Now, you can savor the divine combination of chocolate and orange in every bite!

Notes

For the best flavor, use high-quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa content. This ensures a rich, deep chocolate taste that perfectly balances the bright, zesty orange. Don't skip the orange zest—it's the key to unlocking that refreshing citrus burst that elevates these cookies. Enjoy the wonderful combination of flavors in every bite!