Creamsicle Orange Cookies Soft Chewy (Print)

Soft, chewy cookies with bright orange and creamy vanilla flavors. Perfect for sharing or a sweet snack.

# Components:

→ Base Ingredients

01 - 1 box (15.25 ounces) white cake mix
02 - 1 box (3 ounces) orange gelatin powder
03 - 2 tablespoons freshly grated orange zest

→ Wet Ingredients

04 - 8 tablespoons salted butter, softened
05 - 2 large eggs, at room temperature

→ Mix-Ins

06 - 11 ounces white chocolate chips

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together white cake mix, orange gelatin powder, and orange zest until thoroughly combined.
03 - Add softened salted butter and room temperature eggs to the bowl. Beat with a hand mixer or stand mixer for about 2 minutes, scraping the bowl as needed, until just combined.
04 - Gently fold white chocolate chips into the prepared cookie dough until evenly distributed.
05 - Use a 1 ½ tablespoon cookie scoop to portion the dough. Roll each portion into a ball and place on prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 13 minutes, or until edges are set. Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes.
07 - Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses store-bought cake mix for incredible ease
  • Ready to eat in under thirty minutes
  • No chill time means faster cookie satisfaction
  • Unmistakable nostalgic flavor just like the popsicle from your childhood
  • Crowd favorite at parties and holiday tables
02 -
  • Citrusy freshness comes from real orange zest not just extract
  • Ready to eat within a half hour from start to finish
  • These cookies keep their chewy texture for days if stored correctly
03 -
  • Always use fresh orange zest for flavor that pops The dough will be sticky so coat your hands or scoop in a little flour if rolling gets tricky
  • Underbaking by just a minute or two ensures the cookies remain irresistibly soft even days later

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