Spicy Orange Diamonds
Delight your taste buds with Spicy Orange Diamonds, a unique cookie recipe that elevates classic citrus flavors with a bold kick of warming spices. These buttery, tender treats are infused with fresh orange zest and juice, perfectly complemented by hints of cinnamon, ginger, and a touch of cayenne for a subtle heat. Each diamond-shaped cookie is baked to golden perfection and dusted with a delicate layer of powdered sugar for an irresistible finish. With only 20 minutes of prep time and a brief 15-minute bake, these aromatic cookies make an impressive yet easy addition to your dessert table. Perfect for holidays, gift-giving, or anytime you’re craving a citrus-spice combination, Spicy Orange Diamonds will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
- 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne pepper.
Step 3
In another bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Beat in the egg, orange zest, and orange juice until well combined.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 6
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface. Roll it out to about 1/4 inch thick.
Step 7
Using a knife or a pizza cutter, cut the dough into diamond shapes (you can create this effect by cutting parallel diagonal lines).
Step 8
Carefully transfer the diamond-shaped pieces to the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each.
Step 9
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Step 10
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Once cooled, dust the cookies lightly with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (592.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2110.3 |
| Total Fat 58.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 343.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1160.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 374.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 185.8g | |
| Protein 32.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 97.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 452.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories