Orange-Dark Chocolate Cookies

Ingredients and Weight:

• All-purpose flour: 250g (2 cups)
• Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
• Unsalted butter (softened): 113g (1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon)
• Granulated sugar: 200g (1 cup)
• Brown sugar: 120g (1/2 cup, packed)
• Large egg: 1
• Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons
• Orange zest: 2 tablespoons
• Orange juice: 2 tablespoons
• Dark chocolate chips: 180g (1 cup)

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

10-12 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
4. In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
5. Beat in egg, vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice.
6. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Fold in dark chocolate chips.
8. Use a cookie scoop or two spoons to drop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown.
10. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 300
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 120mg
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 24g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• Chewy and moist
• Bursting with orange flavor and dark chocolate chips
• Perfect for a sweet treat or dessert
• Easy to make and requires readily available ingredients

User Comments:

• "These cookies are absolutely divine! The orange zest and dark chocolate chips create a perfect balance of flavors."
• "I love how soft and chewy these cookies are. They're the perfect treat to enjoy with a cup of tea."
• "I'm not usually a fan of orange desserts, but these cookies have changed my mind. The orange flavor is subtle yet incredibly satisfying."
• "These cookies are so easy to make and always turn out perfectly. They're my go-to recipe for a quick and delicious dessert."
• "I love the combination of orange and dark chocolate in these cookies. They're the perfect blend of sweet and tangy."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use fresh orange zest for the best flavor.
• If you don't have orange juice on hand, you can substitute milk or water.
• Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.