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Orange Dark Chocolate Cookies

Sweet Orange Dark Chocolate Cookies for Ultimate Indulgence

These irresistible Orange Dark Chocolate Cookies combine tangy orange zest with rich dark chocolate, delivering a delightful treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter softened; substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar adjust for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar adjust according to sweetness preference
  • 1 large Egg room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract opt for pure for a more pronounced taste
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Orange Zest fresh is better
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour use gluten-free flour for alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
For the Chocolate
  • 1 cup Dark Chocolate Chunks aim for 60% cacao
Optional Enhancements
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt for garnishing
  • 1 teaspoon Additional Orange Zest for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Cookie scoop
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  3. Add in the large egg, vanilla extract, and fresh orange zest, and mix until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt, then fold this into the wet ingredients until incorporated.
  5. Gently fold in dark chocolate chunks until evenly distributed.
  6. Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 9-11 minutes until the edges are golden and centers are slightly underbaked.
  8. Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. Garnish with flaky sea salt and extra orange zest while cookies are warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1.5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, do not overmix the dough and use room temperature ingredients. Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes before baking for improved shape and flavor.

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