Gluten-Free Citrus Shortbread Cookies with Orange Zest For Spring Desserts
Delicious and zesty gluten-free shortbread cookies perfect for spring.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the orange zest and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, salt, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For added flavor, consider drizzling with a citrus glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg