**Indulge in a Delightful Culinary Journey with Orange Cream Cookie Cups: A Symphony of Sweetness and Citrusy Refreshment**
Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure with our exquisite Orange Cream Cookie Cups, a harmonious blend of zesty orange and creamy sweetness. These captivating treats are crafted with a buttery shortbread crust, filled with a luscious orange cream filling, and topped with a delicate orange glaze, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Our comprehensive guide features three irresistible variations of this delectable dessert: a classic Orange Cream Cookie Cup, a gluten-free alternative for those with dietary restrictions, and a delightful vegan version, ensuring that everyone can relish in this citrusy delight. Prepare to captivate your senses with this extraordinary confection that promises an unforgettable experience.
ORANGE DREAM CUPS
"Hollowed-out orange 'cups' make this recipe unique and fun...and the light fluffy filling is so refreshing," writes Elizabeth Alvarez of Bedford, Texas. "These cut dessert cups are always a hit with kids and company."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut each orange in half widthwise; carefully remove fruit from both halves, leaving shells intact. Set shells aside. Section orange pulp, then dice (discard orange juice or save for another use). , In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Add frozen yogurt; stir until melted. Fold in orange pulp. Refrigerate until thickened. spoon into reserved orange shells. Cover and freeze for 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
ORANGE CREAM CHEESE COOKIE CUPS
every once in a while like to have a little something sweet. I haven't made these, but they look really good!!
Provided by smelly0610
Categories Dessert
Time 35m
Yield 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. Coat two 12-cup miniature muffin pans with cooking spray; set aside.
- To prepare cookie dough, in a large mixing bowl combine 2 ounces cream cheese, milk and margarine. Beat on low speed until blended.
- In a small bowl, combine flour and 1 tablespoon splenda. Beat flour mixture into cream cheese mixture on low speed until blended.
- Transfer cookie dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently 4 times. Divide dough into 24 equal portions and press each portion into bottom and up sides of prepared muffin pans; set aside.
- To prepare filling, in a food processor or large bowl combine remaining 6 ounces cream cheese, 1/3 cup sugar, egg, orange juice, zest and vanilla. Blend until smooth.
- Spoon 2 teaspoons filling into prepared cookie cups. Bake until filling is set and edges are golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool on wire racks. Yields one cookie cup per serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 35.3, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.2, Cholesterol 0.8, Sodium 68.8, Carbohydrate 4.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 2.3
FROSTY ORANGE CREAM CHEESE CUPS
These bite-sized frozen treats will cool you down during the dog days of summer. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix cookie crumbs and butter; press onto bottoms and up sides of ungreased mini-muffin cups. Freeze 20 minutes., In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, confectioners' sugar and 2 tablespoons cream until smooth. Stir in marmalade; drop by scant tablespoonfuls into cups. Freeze 2 hours or until set., In a double boiler or metal bowl over hot water, melt white chocolate with remaining cream; stir until smooth. Cool slightly. Spoon or drizzle over cups. Sprinkle with pistachios. Freeze, covered, overnight or until firm. Serve frozen.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 142 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
DOUBLE ORANGE COOKIES
I serve these nutritious, tasty cookies to my husband and our four children. Also, because my husband is a minister, I often cook for guests in our home. -Pamela Kinney, Irving, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 7 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream sugar and butter until light and fluffy. Add sour cream and eggs. Beat until well blended. Reserve 1 tablespoon orange juice concentrate for frosting. Add the remaining concentrate with combined dry ingredients to the creamed mixture; mix well. Stir in orange zest. , Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for about 10 minutes or until edges just begin to brown. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. , In a small bowl, combine all frosting ingredients until smooth. Spread a small amount over each cookie.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh oranges for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh oranges, you can use 1/4 cup of orange juice concentrate plus 1/4 cup of water.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
- Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
- Let the cookies cool completely before filling them. This will help prevent the filling from leaking out.
- You can use any type of cream cheese for the filling. However, full-fat cream cheese will give you the richest flavor.
- If you don't have powdered sugar, you can make your own by processing granulated sugar in a food processor or blender until it is fine.
- You can decorate the cookies with any type of sprinkles or candy that you like.
Conclusion:
Orange Cream Cookie Cups are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple cookie dough that is filled with a creamy orange filling. The cookies are then dipped in chocolate and decorated with sprinkles. These cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them!
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