Orange Poppy Seed Cookies Recipe
These Orange Poppy Seed Cookies. Are a sunny burst of flavor. In every bite. Imagine the sweet aroma of fresh oranges. Blending with buttery cookies. As they bake to golden perfection. The addition of poppy seeds. Gives a delightful crunch. Making these cookies. Both unique and addictive. Whether you’re relishing them. With your morning coffee. Or as an afternoon treat. Plus, the sweet. And tangy orange glaze on top. Adds an extra layer. Of deliciousness. That’s hard to resist.
36 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 c all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons orange zest
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 3/4 c unsalted butter softened
- 1 c granulated sugar
- 1 egg + 2 egg yolks room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons orange extract
- 1 drop orange food color optional
Orange Glaze:
- 1/2 c powdered sugar
- 1-2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest optional, for sprinkling on top
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F.
- Whisk together flour, salt, baking soda, orange zest, and poppy seeds in a bowl.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and egg yolks, then mix in the orange extract and food color.
- Gradually stir in the flour mixture until just combined.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough onto the baking sheet using a cookie scoop.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Mix powdered sugar and orange juice for the glaze and drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Allow glaze to set before serving.
Notes
To make these Orange Poppy Seed Cookies gluten-free. Simply substitute the all-purpose flour. With a gluten-free baking flour blend. Ensure the blend contains xanthan gum. Or add 1/2 teaspoon per cup of flour. To help bind the dough. Also, double-check that your baking soda. And other ingredients are certified gluten-free. Follow the original recipe steps. And you'll have a batch of cookies. That's just as delightful. And delicious. As the gluten-filled version. The vibrant orange flavor. And satisfying crunch from the poppy seeds. Will remain, offering everyone. Regardless of dietary restrictions. A taste of sunshine. In every bite.