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Creamsicle Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Amina
  • Total Time: 24 minutes
  • Yield: 36 cookies

Description

Delight in these soft and flavorful Creamsicle Cookies that combine the bright citrus notes of orange with the creamy sweetness of vanilla and white chocolate chips. With a subtle orange hue and a tender, cakey texture thanks to instant vanilla pudding, these cookies capture the nostalgic taste of a classic creamsicle in cookie form. Perfect for any occasion and easy to make, these cookies will become a new favorite in your baking repertoire.

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange gel food coloring

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  • 3.4 ounce box vanilla instant pudding powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup white chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175°C) and position the rack in the center. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is fluffy and well combined, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.
  3. Add Wet Flavorings: Beat in the eggs, orange extract, and orange gel food coloring until the mixture is fully incorporated and has an even color.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, vanilla instant pudding powder, baking soda, and kosher salt. This helps ensure even distribution of the leavening and flavoring agents.
  5. Mix Dry Ingredients Into Wet: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined and forming a soft dough.
  6. Stir in White Chocolate Chips: Fold in the white chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  7. Shape Cookies: Using a tablespoon-sized cookie scoop, portion the dough into balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. Slightly press down each ball to flatten it, and optionally press a couple more white chocolate chips on top for presentation.
  8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes, or until the cookies are light golden brown around the edges. Rotate baking sheets halfway through baking if necessary to ensure even cooking.
  9. Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. The cookies will firm up as they cool but maintain a soft center.
  10. Serve and Enjoy: Once cooled, serve your creamy, citrusy Creamsicle Cookies and enjoy the nostalgic burst of flavor.

Notes

  • Use orange gel food coloring to achieve a vibrant cookie color without altering the dough’s consistency. Liquid food coloring can make the dough too wet.
  • If you can’t find vanilla instant pudding mix, you can substitute with powdered sugar but expect a slight difference in texture and richness.
  • For a stronger orange flavor, increase the orange extract by an additional 1/2 teaspoon.
  • Make sure to spoon and level the flour for accurate measurement to maintain the cookie’s perfect texture.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 14 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://aminabakes.com/creamsicle-cookies-recipe/