Cardamom Shortbread Cookies with Orange Glaze
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Cardamom Shortbread Cookies with Orange Glaze, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. These cookies combine the warm, aromatic notes of cardamom with a refreshing, zesty orange glaze, creating a unique dessert that will impress your family and friends. With their buttery texture and sophisticated taste, these shortbread cookies are ideal for festive gatherings, cozy tea times, or thoughtful gifts. Easy to prepare and customizable to suit your palate, these treats not only taste amazing but also look beautiful on any dessert table.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Total Time30 mins
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cardamom, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light.
- Mix in vanilla extract and orange zest.
- Gradually add the flour mixture until just combined.
- Shape dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least one hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll chilled dough to ¼-inch thickness and cut out desired shapes.
- Place on lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on racks.
- To make glaze: whisk powdered sugar with orange juice and zest until smooth.
- Once cooled, drizzle glaze over cookies and let set before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie (25g) | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Unsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 45mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 6g