Orange Drop Cookies

Instructions

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

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set aside.

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

4. Add the egg, fresh orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.

5. Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a soft dough forms.

6. Place the powdered sugar in a small bowl. Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, portion out the cookie dough and roll each portion into a ball.

7. Roll each dough ball in the powdered sugar until fully coated and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

8. Using the bottom of a glass, gently flatten each cookie dough ball.

9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

10. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. Once cooled, store the Orange Drop Cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Enjoy with a hot cup of tea or share them with loved ones.