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Chocolate Orange Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Delight in these rich and zesty Chocolate Orange Cookies, combining the deep flavor of natural cocoa powder with the bright, citrusy notes of fresh orange zest and chopped Terry’s chocolate orange. Softened cream cheese adds a tender, creamy texture to these baked treats, making them perfect for a sweet snack or festive dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup natural cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
  • 1 large egg (at room temperature)
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Mix-ins

  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1 Terry’s chocolate orange (chopped, just over 1 cup)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons orange zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, or lightly grease the pan to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, natural cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This ensures the leavening agents and cocoa are evenly distributed.
  3. Cream Sugar and Cream Cheese: Using a stand mixer, combine the granulated sugar and softened cream cheese. Beat on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 1-2 minutes. This step is crucial for a light, tender cookie texture.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: To the creamed mixture, add the room temperature egg, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until the batter is smooth and homogeneous.
  5. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the whisked dry ingredients to the wet mix. Stir or mix until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can toughen the cookies.
  6. Add Chocolate and Orange: Fold in the mini chocolate chips, chopped Terry’s chocolate orange pieces, and the fresh orange zest. These add bursts of chocolate and citrus flavor throughout the cookies.
  7. Portion Dough: Use a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop to portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Space the dough balls about 2 inches apart to allow for even baking and spreading.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes or until the cookies are just set but still soft to the touch. Avoid overbaking to keep the cookies tender.
  9. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Cooling allows the cookies to firm up and develop their final texture.

Notes

  • Using room temperature egg helps ensure better mixing and cookie texture.
  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to avoid lumps in the dough.
  • Chopping the Terry’s chocolate orange into small chunks helps distribute the flavor evenly.
  • Do not overmix the dough after adding dry ingredients to prevent tough cookies.
  • Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or frozen for longer storage.

Find it online: https://yumrecipesfood.com/chocolate-orange-cookies-recipe/