Pumpkin Orange Cookies: A Delightful Fusion of Fall Flavors
As the autumn leaves paint the world in hues of gold and crimson, it's time to embrace the season's bounty with a delectable treat—pumpkin orange cookies. These cookies are a symphony of fall flavors, combining the earthy sweetness of pumpkin with the vibrant zest of oranges. Each bite is a delightful journey through a pumpkin patch, with hints of warm spices and a burst of citrusy freshness. This recipe article presents two variations of these cookies: classic pumpkin orange cookies and a gluten-free version for those with dietary restrictions. Both recipes are easy to follow and yield soft, chewy cookies that are perfect for cozy gatherings or as a special treat to enjoy with a warm cup of tea or coffee. Get ready to indulge in the ultimate fall indulgence with these pumpkin orange cookies.
PUMPKIN ORANGE COOKIES
Make and share this Pumpkin Orange Cookies recipe from Food.com.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 27m
Yield 48 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix flour, baking soda and salt in med bowl.
- In lg bowl, beat butter and sugars until creamy.
- Add egg, pumpkin, orange juice and peel, beat until combined.
- Stir in nuts.
- Drop dough by rounded TBS onto lightly sprayed baking skeets.
- Bake at 375° for 12 minutes, until light brown.
- Cool on wire racks.
- Glaze: Mix all ingredients in med bowl until smooth.
- Spread each cookie with glaze.
PUMPKIN, ORANGE-DATE NUT COOKIES
I wanted to make use of the leftover canned pumpkin and cream cheese that I had from making the Pumpkin Roll. These cookies are the creative result. They are soft and filled with goodies, and hold together nicely. Add some glaze frosting and watch them disappear. The cooking time is for baking approximately 3 1/2 dozen...
Provided by Sena Wilson
Categories Fruit Desserts
Time 1h20m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. *I coat the orange slices with a little flour to chop them up and to keep them from sticking together. Cream butter and cream cheese; gradually add sugar, beating well. Add eggs; beat until well blended; stir in pumpkin and vanilla.
- 2. Combine flour, baking powder, salt and baking spice in a mixing bowl; stir well. Add dates, orange slices, and nuts to flour mixture. Gradually add flour mixture to cream mixture. Blend well. Drop tablespoons of batter unto an oil sprayed cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for approximately 15 minutes. Remove to rack and cool. Frost the cookies. This recipe makes approximately 3 1/2 dozen cookies.
- 3. Frosting: A mixture of 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, approximately 1 tbsp. melted butter, 2 - 3 tablespoons of milk, and 1/2 tsp. vanilla.
PUMPKIN ORANGE COOKIES
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 F. Combine flour, baking soda and salt in medium bowl. Combine butter, granulated sugar and brown sugar in large mixer bowl; beat until creamy. Add egg, pumpkin, orange juice and orange peel; beat until combined. Gradually add flour mixture; beat until combined. Stir in nuts. Drop dough by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until edges are set. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. Spread each cookie with about 1/2 teaspoon Orange Glaze. For Orange Glaze: Combine 1 1/2 cups sifted powdered sugar, 2 to 3 tablespoons orange juice and 1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel in medium bowl until smooth.
Tips:
- Use fresh pumpkin puree. Fresh pumpkin puree will give your cookies a more intense pumpkin flavor. If you don't have fresh pumpkin puree, you can use canned pumpkin puree, but be sure to drain it well before using.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing the dough will make your 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. Overbaking the cookies will make them dry and crumbly. Bake the cookies until they are just set in the center, about 10-12 minutes.
- Let the cookies cool completely before frosting. If you frost the cookies while they are still warm, the frosting will melt and run. Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them.
Conclusion:
These pumpkin orange cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for fall. The cookies are soft and chewy with a delicious pumpkin and orange flavor. The orange glaze adds a sweet and tangy flavor that perfectly complements the pumpkin cookies. These cookies are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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