Delish Glazed Orange Cookies Recipe

Fall baking is the best with glazed orange cookies, chocolate cherry crunch, and pies!

We enjoy spending fall days baking cookies and treats, which are great for gift giving too during the holidays.

Orange cookies are really pretty and work great for a Christmas treat when holiday guests are visiting or as a gift.

I love how unique orange cookies are.

• They are very fluffy and airy, heaven to bite into
• Of course the orange flavor makes them unique
• The glaze is unique too. You can see the and taste the orange zest and the flavor makes these cookies even more irresistible

How do you make orange flavoring for Orange Cookies?

The orange flavoring in my orange cookies comes from orange zest and orange juice.

It’s not too strong, but you can definitely taste that amazing orange flavor.

Can you use orange extract instead of orange zest?

I wouldn’t replace orange zest with orange extract. The extract is much stronger and the orange taste might be overpowering.

If you absolutely have to use orange extract use a very small amount and taste before adding more.

How do you make the best Glazed Orange Cookies?

It’s important to stick to the recipe when you make these orange cookies.

This is a recipe that was passed down from my grandmother and at first I didn’t think I made them right because the batter comes out sticky and doughy. Almost cake or bread like.

Don’t miss the glaze recipe below!

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup softened butter
• 1 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 3 cups flour
• 1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1 1/2 tsp. orange zest (You’ll need 3-4 oranges for this recipe. Save leftover zest for the glaze recipe below)
• 3/4 cups chopped walnuts
• 1 tsp. vanilla

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees
2. Beat softened butter and sugar together in a medium bowl
3. Mix in eggs and milk at medium speed
4. In a separate bowl mix dry ingredients together (flower, baking soda, baking powder, and salt)
5. Slowly add dry mixture to butter mixture mixing until combined
6. Add orange zest, nuts, and vanilla and mix at medium speed until combined
7. Scoop teaspoonfuls onto a well greased or parchment lined cookie sheet
8. Bake at 375 for 10 – 12 minutes
9. Spread glaze while still hot

How can I make orange cookie glaze?

This glaze is what makes the cookie. It’s so yummy and looks pretty dripping down the cookie to serve to guests or your kids!

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 tsp orange zest
• 1/3 cup orange juice
• 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl whisk orange zest, juice, and sugar together until combined.
2. If you would like a thicker frosting add a little more powdered sugar

Did you love this recipe!? Here are a few more good holiday baking recipes!

Chocolate Cherry Cobbler

Best Ever Banana Nut Bread