Description
These Cardamom Shortbread Cookies with Orange Glaze are buttery, tender cookies infused with warm cardamom and topped with a sweet and tangy orange glaze. Perfect for a flavorful treat that pairs beautifully with tea or coffee, these cookies combine aromatic spices and citrus for a delightful dessert experience.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Orange Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, ground cardamom, and salt until evenly combined.
- Cream Butter and Vanilla: Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the softened butter and vanilla extract until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter mixture and mix until the dough comes together, ensuring an even consistency.
- Form Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets approximately 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass or your fingers to shape the cookies.
- Bake Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, fresh orange juice, and orange zest until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar or orange juice as needed.
- Glaze Cookies: Drizzle the orange glaze over the cooled cookies and let it set for about 20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the glaze to firm up.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing and better texture.
- Do not overbake the cookies to maintain a tender shortbread texture.
- Adjust the orange glaze consistency to your preference: thicker glaze for more coating, thinner for a light drizzle.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Ground cardamom can be substituted with ground cinnamon for a different spice profile.
