Best 2 Orange Blossom Cookies Recipes

Indulge in the delightful world of Orange Blossom Cookies, a collection of enticing recipes that capture the essence of Mediterranean flavors. Embark on a culinary journey with these delectable treats, ranging from classic and traditional to innovative and modern variations. Discover the secrets to crafting the perfect Orange Blossom Cookies, featuring a symphony of aromatic orange blossom water, crisp edges, and tender centers that melt in your mouth. Explore variations that incorporate nuts, spices, and even a delightful orange glaze for an extra touch of sweetness. Whether you prefer chewy or crispy cookies, this article has something for every palate. Get ready to impress your loved ones with homemade Orange Blossom Cookies that are not only visually appealing but also bursting with irresistible Mediterranean flavors.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

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 ingredients: Fresh oranges provide the best flavor for these cookies. If you can, use organic oranges to avoid any pesticides or chemicals.
Zest the oranges finely: The finer you zest the oranges, the more flavor you'll get in your cookies. Use a microplane grater or a fine grater to get the best results.
Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix the dough just until the ingredients are combined.
Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much in the oven.
Bake the cookies until they are just set: The cookies should be slightly golden brown around the edges and just set in the center. If you overbake them, they will be dry and crumbly.

Conclusion:

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