Orange Oatmeal Currant Cookies

Brighten up your cookie jar with these irresistible Orange Oatmeal Currant Cookies! Featuring the perfect harmony of zesty orange zest, chewy oats, and sweet-tart dried currants, these cookies are a delightful twist on a classic oatmeal treat. With just a hint of cinnamon for warmth and softness from a balanced mix of butter and sugars, each bite delivers a burst of flavor and texture that's both nostalgic and refreshingly unique. Ready in under 30 minutes, these simple yet elegant cookies make the perfect accompaniment to afternoon tea or a cozy gift for loved ones. Indulge in the comforting aroma of fresh-baked goodness while treating yourself to a treat that's as wholesome as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 1 piece large egg
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.25 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 0.75 cup dried currants

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the egg, orange zest, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid over-mixing.

Step 6

Stir in the rolled oats and dried currants until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 7

Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look set.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(949.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4028.2

Total Fat 208.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 702.7mg	0%
Sodium 1372.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 524.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.3g	0%
Total Sugars 309.9g
Protein 44.6g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 433.0mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 2181.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.2%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 50.5%