Gretchens Boyfriend's Orange Cookies Recipe

These dreamy orange cookies, a treasured recipe from Gretchen's past, are incredibly fluffy and cakey! A delightful blend of zesty orange and sweet buttery goodness, this recipe is a keeper. Forget the ex-boyfriend, this recipe is the real prize. Perfect for afternoon tea, holiday baking, or any time you crave a burst of sunshine on a plate.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 28 mins
Calories 1275.9 kcal
Protein 36g
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Ingredients for Gretchens Boyfriend's Orange Cookies

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How to Make Gretchens Boyfriend's Orange Cookies

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the orange zest.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Stir in the orange juice until the dough is moist.
  6. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

325g

Fat

70g

Carbs

59g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Gretchens Boyfriend's Orange Cookies?

Gretchens Boyfriend's Orange Cookies takes about 43 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 28 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Gretchens Boyfriend's Orange Cookies?

Gretchens Boyfriend's Orange Cookies has approximately 1275.9 calories per serving, with about 36 g protein, 59 g carbohydrates and 85 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Gretchens Boyfriend's Orange Cookies?

The key ingredients for Gretchens Boyfriend's Orange Cookies are Shortening, Sugar, Eggs, Orange Juice, Buttermilk, Flour. See the full list with measurements above.

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