Glazed Little Orange Cookies with Cinnamon and Cloves Delight
Delightful Glazed Little Orange Cookies with Cinnamon and Cloves that embody the warmth of the holiday spirit.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- wire rack
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon freshly ground preferred
- 1 teaspoon ground cloves or allspice
- 2 teaspoons baking powder ensure it's fresh
- 2 large eggs or flax eggs for vegan option
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil or melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup whole milk or almond milk
- 2 tablespoons orange zest or lemon zest for variety
For the Glaze
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar or powdered erythritol
- 2 tablespoons fresh squeezed orange juice or lemon juice
- optional Cointreau or Grand Marnier or omit for alcohol-free
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and baking powder until well combined.
- Make a well in the center and add large eggs, extra virgin olive oil, whole milk, and orange zest. Mix until a rough dough forms, then knead by hand for about 5 minutes.
- Let the dough rest for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion into a rope approximately ½ to ¾ inch thick and cut the ropes into diamond shapes.
- Place the cookies on the baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
- Bake for 9 to 11 minutes or until the cookies are firm but slightly soft in the center.
- Let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 5 to 7 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a medium bowl, sift confectioners’ sugar, then add fresh orange juice and optional liqueur. Stir until smooth.
- Once the cookies are cooled, dip the tops into the glaze and allow excess to drip off before placing them back on the rack.
- Let the glaze set for at least 12 hours at room temperature.
Notes
Ensure baking powder is fresh and allow cookies to cool completely before glazing.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg
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