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Orange Clove Cookies

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Delightfully spiced orange clove cookies with a tender, buttery texture and a fragrant citrus aroma, perfect for a cozy dessert or snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground cloves
  • 1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cloves.
  3. In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centers are set.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For an extra festive touch, consider drizzling the cooled cookies with a simple orange glaze made from powdered sugar and orange juice.

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