Soft & Buttery Orange Marmalade Cookies with Tangy Cream Cheese Frosting
These irresistibly soft and buttery Orange Cookies are a true delight, featuring a vibrant orange flavor from both orange marmalade and fresh zest, perfectly complemented by a luscious orange cream cheese frosting. Whether you’re assembling a festive holiday cookie tray or simply craving a bright, comforting treat, these citrusy wonders are guaranteed to bring a smile to your face and brighten your day!
As the holiday season approaches, the sweet scent of baking often fills the air. Many of us start compiling our ultimate cookie list, searching for that perfect recipe to add to our festive spread. While classics like chocolate chip and gingerbread always have a place, there’s something truly special about introducing a unique, bright flavor to the mix. If you’re looking to elevate your cookie game this year, these Christmas cookie tray worthy orange cookies are an absolute must-try.
Forget bland and predictable; these melt-in-your-mouth buttery Orange Cookies with their tangy orange cream cheese frosting offer a delightful burst of citrus that stands out. They share the beloved soft and delicate texture of my soft chocolate sugar cookies and pumpkin sugar cookies, but with a unique twist: real orange marmalade is infused into both the cookie dough and the frosting. This key ingredient provides a more concentrated, vibrant orange flavor and contributes to the cookies’ incredibly tender, fluffy texture, setting them apart from your everyday small batch chocolate chip cookies or small batch gingerbread cookies.
Beyond their exquisite taste, these orange frosted cookies are a visual treat. Their sunny disposition, coupled with their refreshing citrus aroma, has a remarkable way of lifting spirits. It’s hard not to smile when indulging in such a bright and flavorful treat!
