Orange Cookies

Ingredients

• 2 cups Almond Flour
• 1/2 cup Tapioca Starch
• 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1/4 cup Brown Sugar (packed)
• 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (softened)
• 1 Large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Orange Zest (from about 2 oranges)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Orange Juice
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar (for dusting (optional))

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

3. 3

   Beat in the egg, orange zest, orange juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, tapioca starch, baking powder, and salt.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

6. 6

   Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between each cookie.

7. 7

   Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.

8. 8

   Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. 9

   Dust with powdered sugar, if desired, before serving.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.