Description
Cardamom Shortbread Cookies with Orange Glaze are a delightful treat that marries rich, buttery shortbread with the warm spice of cardamom and a sweet, tangy orange glaze. These cookies melt in your mouth, making them perfect for any occasion—from casual afternoon tea to festive celebrations. The elegant presentation and irresistible flavor will impress your guests and leave them asking for more. Bake a batch today and savor the joy of sharing these scrumptious cookies!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 2 tsp ground cardamom
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Mix in cardamom and orange zest until well combined.
- Gradually sift in flour while mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden around the edges. Cool completely before glazing.
- Whisk powdered sugar with fresh orange juice until smooth; drizzle over cookies while slightly warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg