Orange Clove Cookies With Spiced Orange Glaze Recipe
These Easy Spiced Orange Clove Cookies with Zesty Glaze are the perfect soft and festive treat. They combine the bright, citrusy flavor of fresh orange with the warm, aromatic spice of cloves, all topped with a simple spiced orange glaze. For another quick and flavorful dish, try this Creamy Vegetarian Tortellini Soup with Kale Recipe.
PrintOrange Clove Cookies with Spiced Orange Glaze Recipe
Ingredients
- 170 g butter, softened
- 2 tbsp (40 g) honey
- 2 tbsp (40 g) fancy molasses
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 large orange, zested
- Few dehydrated orange rings, finely chopped (optional)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ginger (or more, to taste)
- 1/4 tsp grated nutmeg (or more, to taste)
- 1/4 tsp cardamom
- Pinch of clove
- Pinch of allspice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 and 1/2 cups flour (300 g)
- 1 and 1/4 cup (about 150 g) icing sugar
- 2–3 tbsp (30–45 ml) orange juice
- 2–3 tbsp (30–40 ml) Cointreau
- Pinch of clove
Instructions
- In a bowl, using a mixer, cream the softened butter, honey, molasses, vanilla extract, and salt on medium speed for about one minute until smooth and fluffy.
- Add the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, clove, allspice, and orange zest; beat for 10 seconds just to incorporate evenly into the mixture.
- Gradually stir in the flour, starting with a whisk to combine and then using a spoon to form a soft, pliable, and slightly sticky dough. Adjust consistency by lightly dusting with flour if too sticky, or adding a few drops of water or milk if too tough.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate it for 30 minutes to firm up for easier shaping.
- If using a cookie stamp, dust both the dough balls (1 tsp to 1 tbsp) and the stamp with a little flour. Press the stamped dough firmly until it flattens and spreads fully to the edges of the stamp. Carefully lift the stamp and transfer cookies onto a lined baking sheet. Trim uneven edges with a smaller round cutter and reuse scraps. Alternatively, roll out the dough and cut with cookie cutters.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange cookies on lined sheets and bake for 14 minutes or until edges are lightly browned, being careful not to overbake as cookies will return to the oven after glazing.
- While cookies bake, whisk together icing sugar, 2 tbsp orange juice, 2 tbsp Cointreau, and a pinch of clove in a small bowl. Adjust liquid quantities for a thick but slightly runny consistency similar to runny honey. Substitute additional orange juice if avoiding alcohol.
- Remove cookies from oven and let cool briefly until manageable. Dip each cookie quickly into the glaze or pour glaze over them on the sheet. Return cookies to oven for 2 minutes, then turn off heat and let them stay inside for another minute to set a crisp, cracking glaze.
- Cool cookies completely on a wire rack then transfer them to an airtight container to maintain freshness. Enjoy with your favorite warm beverage or as a festive gift.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make these cookies without fresh orange zest?
Yes, you can substitute 1 1/2 teaspoons of high-quality orange extract for the fresh zest in the cookie dough. For the best flavor in your Spiced Orange Clove Cookies with Zesty Glaze Recipe, we recommend using fresh zest as it provides a brighter, more natural citrus aroma.
How should I store these glazed cookies to keep them fresh?
Store the completely cooled and glazed cookies in a single layer in an airtight container at room temperature. Place parchment paper between layers if stacking is necessary. The glaze will set but remain soft, keeping your Spiced Orange Clove Cookies moist for up to 5 days.
What’s the best way to achieve a soft, chewy cookie texture?
Do not overmix the dough once you add the dry ingredients, and avoid over-baking. The cookies are done when the edges are just set but the centers still look slightly soft. They will firm up as they cool on the baking sheet, resulting in a perfect, tender texture.
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