There is something about Chocolate Orange Cookies that sounds so fancy and elegant. But don’t let them intimidate you, these humble yet delicious cookies can be whipped up in 20 minutes–they’re super easy! They’re also chewy, soft, and loaded with rich chocolate chips and citrusy orange flavor. It’s safe to deliciously declare Chocolate Orange Cookies the yummiest and simplest fancy treats you’ll ever eat!
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 orange-flavored milk chocolate ball, such as Terry’s™, chopped
- 1 1/2 tablespoons orange zest
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2 –Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 3 –In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, the cocoa powder, the baking powder, the baking soda, and the salt. Set it aside.
Step 4 –In the bowl of a stand mixer or using an electrical handheld mixer, beat the sugar and the cream cheese on medium speed until creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 5 –Add the egg, the oil, and the vanilla to the sugar mixture and mix until smooth.
Step 6 –Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Step 7 –Add the chocolate chips, the orange-chocolate chunks, and the orange zest to the batter and mix until just combined.
Step 8 –Use a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop to scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Place them about 2 inches apart from each other.
Step 9 –Bake the cookies until just set, about 9-11 minutes.
Step 10 –Carefully take the cookies out of the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11 –Serve.
