Best 2 Orange Blossom Cookies Recipes

Captivating the senses with their enchanting aroma and delightful taste, orange blossom cookies are a timeless treat that has captured the hearts and palates of cookie enthusiasts for generations. Baked to perfection, these cookies exude a delicate orange blossom fragrance that instantly transports you to a Mediterranean garden in bloom. Every bite reveals a symphony of flavors, where the sweetness of the cookie harmoniously blends with the subtle bitterness of the orange zest, creating an irresistible experience that leaves you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of crafting these delectable orange blossom cookies, ensuring that your next baking endeavor is a resounding success.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAUREEN ABOOD'S LAVENDER AND ORANGE BLOSSOM COOKIES

Maureen Abood's Lavender and Orange Blossom Cookies image

These buttery, shortbread-like cookies, called graybeh, have a particularly crunchy texture that comes from clarified butter. If you've never clarified butter, this recipe is a good place to start, and the process is extremely simple (though you do have to plan it several hours ahead). If you're not a lavender fan, feel free to leave it out. And for a more familiar flavor, substitute vanilla extract for the orange blossom water. These cookies keep well, so you can make them up to a week in advance.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories snack, cookies and bars, dessert

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3/4 cup/180 grams clarified butter, at room temperature (see note)
1 3/4 cups/215 grams confectioners' sugar
2 teaspoons/1 gram dried lavender, ground to a powder
1/2 teaspoon/3 grams kosher salt
1 teaspoon/ 5 milliliters orange blossom water
1 3/4 cups/228 grams all-purpose flour, more as needed

Steps:

Heat oven to 325 degrees with a rack in the center of the oven. Line two sheet pans (not dark metal) with parchment paper.
In an electric mixer, beat the butter on high for about 6 minutes, until light and fluffy. Add 3/4 cup (92 grams) confectioners' sugar, lavender and salt and beat another 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the bowl, and with the mixer on low speed, add orange blossom water and mix to combine.
Add flour to butter 1/2 cup (about 65 grams) at a time, until dough is crumbly and slightly dry but still able to hold together when squeezed, adding additional flour if necessary.
Divide dough into quarters and press each into a long narrow log about 1 inch high and 1 inch wide. With a sharp knife, cut into log diagonally to make diamond-shaped cookies 1 to 2 inches long. Use a spatula to transfer cookies to sheet pans, spaced about 2 inches apart. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, rotating pan halfway through. Cookies should be golden brown at the edges.
Sift remaining confectioners' sugar over baked cookies while still warm. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 135, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 49 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

ORANGE BLOSSOM COOKIES

Orange Blossom Cookies image

A quite amazing cookie with sauce. My Southern belle MILs recipe she has been serving us since the 1950's.

Provided by SmHerndon

Categories Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 72 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

3 eggs
1 1/3 cups sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vanilla
1 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 oranges, juice of
2 lemons, juice of

Steps:

Seperate whites & yolks, saving both.
Beat yolks; add sugar, water, flour, baking powder, and salt - mix thoroughly.
Add beaten egg whites.
Bake in muffin tins at 350* until light brown. While hot, dip in sauce.

Tips:

Use fresh orange zest and juice for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh oranges, you can use 1 teaspoon of orange extract and 1 tablespoon of orange juice concentrate.
Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help the cookies to be light and airy.
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies to keep their shape.
Bake the cookies until the edges are just beginning to brown. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving. This will help them to set and firm up.

Conclusion:

These orange blossom cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, and they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. With their light and fluffy texture, delicate orange flavor, and beautiful appearance, these cookies are sure to be a favorite. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give these orange blossom cookies a try.