Description
These chocolate orange cookies are perfectly soft and chewy, bursting with vibrant orange zest and rich chocolate. A truly irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups (190g) All-purpose flour
- ½ cup (50g) Unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- ½ tsp Baking powder
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ cup (113g) Unsalted butter, softened (room temperature)
- ¾ cup (150g) Granulated sugar
- ½ cup (110g) Light brown sugar, packed
- 2 Large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Fresh orange zest (from 1–2 medium oranges)
- 1 ½ cups (255g) Semi-sweet or bittersweet chocolate chunks/chips
- Optional: ¼ tsp Orange extract (for boosted orange flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prep Baking Sheets: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar on medium speed for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Beat in eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract and fresh orange zest until just combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients on low speed, mixing only until just combined. Fold in chocolate chunks/chips with a spatula.
- Scoop, Bake, and Cool: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Bake for 9-11 minutes until edges are set but centers are slightly soft. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins