Chewy Orange Creamsicle Cookies
Ever wondered how to capture summer in a cookie? This Chewy Orange Creamsicle Cookies Recipe uses orange emulsion to deliver nostalgic popsicle flavor in every soft, white chocolate-studded bite, perfect for any season!
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Ingredients
- 2 ¼ c. all-purpose flour 270g
- 1 tsp. cornstarch
- ½ tsp. baking soda
- ½ tsp. baking powder
- ¼ tsp. salt
- ¾ c. salted butter, softened (70g
- ½ c. granulated sugar 100g
- ¾ c. light brown sugar, packed 150g
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. orange emulsion
- Zest of 2 medium oranges (2 tbsp)
- ¾ c. white chocolate chips 130g
- 3-4 drops gel food coloring (optional)
For Coating
- ¼ c. granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 medium orange (1 tbsp)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment or silicone liner
- Rub zest of 1 orange into ¼ c. sugar for coating. Set aside.
- Whisk flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Beat butter and sugars until fluffy (2-3 minutes).
- Add egg, vanilla, orange emulsion, zest, and food coloring (if using). Beat until smooth.
- Mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in white chocolate chips.
- Scoop cookies and roll in sugar coating.
- Place dough balls 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Bake 9-11 minutes until edges set, centers soft.
- Cool on sheet 5-10 minutes, then transfer to rack.
Notes
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Salted Butter: Using salted butter adds a subtle savory balance. If you only have unsalted butter, up your salt to 1/2 teaspoon.
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Orange Emulsion: Emulsion delivers a bold, natural orange flavor that holds up during baking. If using orange extract, increase to 1 1/2 tsp, as it’s less potent.
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Egg: Use a large egg at room temperature for even mixing. Cold eggs can cause the butter to seize.
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Prevent Spreading Issues: If cookies spread too much with the 2 1/4 cups flour, chill dough balls for 20-30 minutes before baking or slightly flatten them before placing in the oven.
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Underbake for Chewiness: Remove cookies when the centers look slightly underdone (9-11 minutes). They’ll firm up on the baking sheet, staying soft and chewy.
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Orange Zest: Use a microplane for fine zest, avoiding the bitter white pith. Fresh oranges yield the best flavor.
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White Chocolate Chips: High-quality chips (like Ghirardelli) melt better and taste creamier. If you prefer, swap for milk chocolate or orange-flavored chips.
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Storage Tip: Store with a slice of bread or apple piece (replace daily) to maintain moisture and chewiness for up to 5 days.
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Freezing: Freeze baked cookies or dough balls for up to 3 months. Bake frozen dough balls with an extra 1-2 minutes, no thawing needed.
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Food Coloring: Optional gel coloring adds a vibrant orange hue. Liquid coloring works but may slightly thin the dough, so use sparingly.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie
Servings: 24 cookies
