Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter, sugar, and salt using an electric mixer on medium speed for 5-7 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the egg, orange zest, orange juice, and lemon extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix on low speed until combined.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, blending just until incorporated to avoid tough cookies.
- Divide the dough into two disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out dough to ¼-inch thickness and cut out shapes with cookie cutters.
- Bake shaped cookies on greased baking sheets for 8-10 minutes until lightly browned.
- Cool cookies on a rack and prepare icing by mixing confectioners' sugar, milk, and food coloring until smooth.
- Once cooled, ice cookies and let it set before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Chilling the dough is essential for maintaining shape and ensuring thick cookies. Use fresh ingredients for the best results.
