Orange-Chocolate Chunk Cookies

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Orange-Chocolate Chunk Cookies
55 min.
20
255kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Orange-Chocolate Chunk Cookies, a perfect treat for any dessert lover! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of orange and rich semisweet chocolate, these cookies are not only delicious but also dairy-free, making them a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions.

Imagine biting into a warm, chewy cookie that combines the zesty brightness of orange with the decadent richness of chocolate. The addition of orange slice gumdrop candies adds a playful twist, providing bursts of fruity sweetness that perfectly complement the chocolate chunks. With a preparation time of just 55 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these cookies to share with friends and family or to enjoy all on your own!

Whether you're hosting a gathering, celebrating a special occasion, or simply craving a sweet snack, these cookies are sure to impress. Their golden-brown exterior and soft, chewy interior make them irresistible, while the delightful aroma of freshly baked cookies will fill your kitchen with warmth and joy. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a batch of these scrumptious Orange-Chocolate Chunk Cookies that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 cup butter softened
  • oz bittersweet chocolate 
  •  eggs 
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • 10.5 oz cranberry-orange relish cut into thirds (21 candies)
  • tablespoons orange juice 
  • teaspoons orange zest grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup shortening 
  • teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. In large bowl, beat sugars, butter, shortening, orange peel, orange juice, vanilla and egg with electric mixer on medium speed, or mix with spoon, until creamy. Stir in flour, baking soda and salt. Stir in chocolate chunks and orange candies.
  2. Drop dough by 1/4 cupfuls about 3 inches apart onto ungreased large cookie sheet.
  3. Bake 12 to 16 minutes or until light golden brown. Cool 3 minutes; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories255kcal
Protein4.1%
Fat46.73%
Carbs49.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.98
Glycemic Load
12.85
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.1521739894929%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
4.36mg
Naringenin
2.33mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:254.89kcal
12.74%
Fat:13.35g
20.54%
Saturated Fat:4.2g
26.24%
Carbohydrates:31.62g
10.54%
Net Carbohydrates:30.13g
10.96%
Sugar:17.8g
19.77%
Cholesterol:8.69mg
2.9%
Sodium:173.27mg
7.53%
Alcohol:0.07g
100%
Alcohol %:0.13%
100%
Caffeine:7.31mg
2.44%
Protein:2.63g
5.27%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.5%
Vitamin C:9.48mg
11.49%
Selenium:6.9µg
9.85%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.56%
Folate:35.06µg
8.76%
Iron:1.39mg
7.71%
Copper:0.14mg
7.13%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.97%
Fiber:1.49g
5.94%
Magnesium:21.42mg
5.36%
Vitamin B3:1.06mg
5.3%
Vitamin A:258.56IU
5.17%
Phosphorus:47.55mg
4.76%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
4.01%
Potassium:114.2mg
3.26%
Vitamin K:3.39µg
3.23%
Zinc:0.38mg
2.52%
Calcium:24.11mg
2.41%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.21%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.39%