Orange Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies
Brighten your dessert table with these Orange Dark Chocolate Chunk Cookies. This delightful recipe combines the refreshing zest of orange with the indulgent richness of dark chocolate, resulting in cookies that are perfect for any occasion—be it a festive gathering or a quiet evening at home. The unique flavor profile and perfect texture make these cookies a standout treat that will have everyone coming back for more. Easy to make and versatile, these cookies are sure to impress your guests or satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 6 oz dark chocolate bar (chopped)
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp kosher sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter until almost fully melted but still has soft pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt.
- In a stand mixer, beat melted butter with granulated and brown sugar until smooth. Add orange zest and vanilla; mix well. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
- Gradually add dry ingredients until just combined, then fold in chopped dark chocolate.
- Chill dough for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Scoop dough into balls and place on prepared sheets with space in between.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes until edges are golden brown; cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (about 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg