Irresistible Orange Dark Chocolate Cookies: A Delightful Treat for All
These Irresistible Orange Dark Chocolate Cookies combine rich flavors of dark chocolate and zesty orange, creating a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, and orange zest and mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the flour and cocoa powder together.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing well.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips.
- Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are set.
- Let cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness.
- Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Orange Dark Chocolate Cookies, cookies, dessert, treat