Orange-Spice Drops

Orange-Spice Drops
125 min.
36
149kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Orange-Spice Drops, a perfect treat for any occasion! These cookies combine the comforting essence of sugar cookies with a zesty twist, making them an irresistible addition to your dessert table. With a soft and chewy texture, each bite is infused with the bright notes of fresh orange juice and the warm aroma of pumpkin pie spice, creating a harmonious blend that will tantalize your taste buds.

What sets these cookies apart is the creamy richness of mascarpone or cream cheese, which adds a luxurious touch to the dough. Rolled in finely chopped pecans, they offer a satisfying crunch that complements the soft interior beautifully. To elevate their appeal, each cookie is dipped in smooth white candy melts, giving them a glossy finish that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. A sprinkle of edible orange glitter adds a festive flair, making these cookies not just a treat, but a showstopper!

Whether you’re hosting a gathering, looking for a unique snack, or simply want to satisfy your sweet tooth, Orange-Spice Drops are sure to impress. With a preparation time of just over two hours, you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy the process of baking and the delightful aroma that fills your kitchen. Gather your ingredients and get ready to create a batch of these scrumptious cookies that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 17.5 oz sugar cookie mix 
  • 0.3 cup mascarpone cheese 
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • tablespoon orange zest grated
  • tablespoon orange juice fresh
  • 0.3 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 
  •  eggs 
  • cup pecans finely chopped
  • 12 oz peppermint candies white
  • serving edible gold dust 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, beat cookie mix, cheese and butter with electric mixer on low speed until well mixed.
  2. Add orange peel, orange juice, pumpkin pie spice and egg; beat until thoroughly mixed.
  3. Using small cookie scoop, shape dough into 1-inch balls.
  4. Roll balls in pecans. On ungreased cookie sheets, place balls 2 inches apart.
  5. Bake 11 to 13 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely.
  7. In small microwavable bowl, microwave candy melts uncovered on High 1 to 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds, until melted and stirred smooth. Dip each cookie halfway into melted candy, letting excess drip off.
  8. Place on waxed paper until almost set.
  9. Sprinkle dipped half of each cookie with edible glitter.
  10. Let cookies stand until candy coating is completely set, about 1 hour. Store between sheets of waxed paper in tightly covered container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories149kcal
Protein4.07%
Fat50.14%
Carbs45.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.72
Glycemic Load
0.04
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.1395652151626%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.33mg
Delphinidin
0.22mg
Catechin
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Hesperetin
0.06mg
Naringenin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:149.26kcal
7.46%
Fat:8.52g
13.1%
Saturated Fat:3.87g
24.21%
Carbohydrates:17.5g
5.83%
Net Carbohydrates:17.19g
6.25%
Sugar:11.93g
13.25%
Cholesterol:6.63mg
2.21%
Sodium:62.99mg
2.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.56g
3.11%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.94%
Calcium:20.78mg
2.08%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.97%
Vitamin A:95.53IU
1.91%
Copper:0.04mg
1.88%
Fiber:0.31g
1.25%
Phosphorus:11.3mg
1.13%
Zinc:0.15mg
1.03%