Chocolate Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies
Indulge in the irresistible combination of citrusy sweetness and rich chocolatey goodness with these Chocolate Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies. This recipe brings together the bright zest of fresh orange and a hint of orange juice with the decadence of cocoa powder and gooey semi-sweet chocolate chips. The cookies are soft and chewy, with a perfectly balanced flavor profile that elevates the classic chocolate chip cookie into something truly extraordinary. Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish, these cookies are ideal for holiday baking, afternoon snacking, or sharing with loved ones. Plus, their vibrant citrus-chocolate blend makes them as unique as they are delicious. Perfectly portioned to make 24 cookies, this recipe is a must-try for any cookie connoisseur.
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Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 100 grams granulated sugar
- 75 grams light brown sugar
- 1 piece large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 teaspoons orange juice
- 190 grams all-purpose flour
- 25 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 150 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the egg, vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
Step 4
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 6
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips using a spatula until evenly distributed.
Step 7
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are set around the edges but still soft in the center.
Step 9
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Serve and enjoy your Chocolate Orange Chocolate Chip Cookies!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (741.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3035.2 |
| Total Fat 147.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 85.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 436.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1328.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 439.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 259.2g | |
| Protein 42.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 158.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 834.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories