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Orange Clove Cookies

Delicious Orange Clove Cookies for Cozy Holiday Moments

Savor the delightful taste of Orange Clove Cookies, perfect for holiday gifting and cozy moments.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with a gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensure it’s fresh
  • 1 teaspoon ground cloves adjust for desired intensity
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon can substitute with nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom omit if not available
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice can be replaced with another citrus juice
  • 1/2 cup molasses can substitute with brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey maple syrup can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup butter vegan butter can be used
For the Glaze (Optional)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar optional if unglazed

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Orange Clove Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all your ingredients.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cloves, cinnamon, and cardamom.
  3. Cream together butter, molasses, honey, zest, and juice until fluffy.
  4. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet, mixing gently until just combined.
  5. Scoop rounded balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool for 5 minutes on the sheet.
  7. If glazing, mix powdered sugar with orange juice and drizzle over cool cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week at room temperature. Freeze cookies for longer storage.

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