Seeing Stars

Brighten up any celebration or cozy evening with "Seeing Stars," a delightful orange-scented star-shaped cookie recipe that’s as charming as it is delicious. These tender cookies are infused with the zesty aroma of freshly grated orange zest and a hint of vanilla, creating a perfect balance of citrus and sweetness. The dough, made with rich egg yolks and creamy unsalted butter, rolls out effortlessly to create beautifully defined stars with the help of a cookie cutter. A light dusting of powdered sugar gives these golden treats a whimsical, snowy finish that’s perfect for holidays or special gatherings. Ready in just over 30 minutes, these elegant cookies are ideal for sharing, gifting, or simply savoring alongside a warm cup of tea. Keywords: orange-flavored cookies, star-shaped cookies, powdered sugar cookies, citrus dessert recipes, holiday baking ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
• 3 large Egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 2 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
• 1 item Star-shaped cookie cutter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In another large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the egg yolks to the butter mixture one at a time, mixing well after each addition.

Step 5

Mix in the vanilla extract, orange zest, and fresh orange juice until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 7

Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to make it easier to handle.

Step 8

Lightly flour your work surface and roll out the chilled dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 9

Using a star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out star-shaped pieces of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just lightly golden. Be sure not to overbake as they should remain soft.

Step 11

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Dust the cookies with powdered sugar for a snowy, starry effect before serving. Enjoy your Seeing Stars dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(607.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1898.7

Total Fat 63.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 677.5mg	0%
Sodium 1074.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 312.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 168.8g
Protein 27.6g	0%

Vitamin D 54.9IU	0%
Calcium 118.6mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 357.2mg	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: 29.7%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 64.6%