Description
Delight in these vibrant Creamsicle Orange Cookies, featuring a zesty blend of white cake mix, orange jello, and white chocolate chips. These soft, flavorful cookies perfectly capture the nostalgic taste of a creamsicle with a bright citrus twist, making them an ideal treat for summer or any time you crave a sweet, tangy bite.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 15.25 ounces white cake mix (1 box - use your favorite brand)
- 3 ounces orange jello (1 box)
- 2 tablespoons orange zest
Wet Ingredients
- 8 tablespoons salted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
Add-ins
- 11 ounces white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare two large baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper or silicone baking mats to prevent the cookies from sticking.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of a stand mixer, whisk together the white cake mix, orange jello powder, and orange zest until fully mixed to distribute the flavors evenly.
- Add wet ingredients: Incorporate the softened butter and room-temperature eggs into the dry mixture. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat the ingredients together for about 2 minutes until just combined, ensuring to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl to mix thoroughly.
- Fold in chocolate chips: Gently fold the white chocolate chips into the dough using a spatula or spoon to evenly distribute them without overmixing.
- Shape the cookies: Using a 1 ½ tablespoon cookie scoop, portion out the dough. Roll each scoop into a ball and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Make sure to space each dough ball about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading during baking.
- Bake the cookies: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 13 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft.
- Cool and enjoy: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for about 10 minutes. Then transfer them to a cooling rack to finish cooling completely before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs and softened butter for optimal dough consistency and better mixing.
- Orange zest adds fresh citrus flavor; be sure to avoid the bitter white pith when zesting.
- For a more intense orange flavor, you can add a few drops of orange extract.
- If you prefer a creamier texture, chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to reduce spreading.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
