How to Make Perfect Italian Almond Orange Drop Cookies in 5 Simple Steps
These Almond Orange Drop Cookies feature a soft texture and a vibrant citrus aroma, enriched with almond flavors. A delightful snack with your afternoon tea or coffee!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice from about 1-2 oranges
- 2 tablespoons orange zest from about 1 orange
- 0.75 cup milk
Glaze Ingredients
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter softened to room temperature
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice from about 1 orange
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then stir in almond extract, orange juice, and orange zest.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and milk alternately, mixing until a smooth dough forms.
Baking Steps
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared sheets.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool cookies on a wire rack.
Glazing Steps
- Mix powdered sugar, butter, milk, orange juice, and zest till smooth.
- Spread glaze over cooled cookies and let it set for 15 minutes.
Notes
To enhance the citrus taste, add an extra teaspoon of orange zest.