Description
Indulge in the delicate and aromatic flavors of cardamom-infused shortbread cookies topped with a zesty orange glaze. These buttery treats are perfect for any occasion, from holiday gatherings to afternoon tea.
Ingredients
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For the Shortbread Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Orange Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla extract.
- Prepare Dough: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cardamom, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Chill Dough: Divide dough in half, shape into discs, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Bake Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F. Roll out dough, cut into shapes, place on lined baking sheet, and bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.
- Make Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, orange juice, and zest. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
Notes
- You can freeze the dough for up to 2 months.
- Add a bit of orange extract for a stronger orange flavor in the glaze.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
