Carob-Orange Cookies

Servings: 1 Difficulty: Intermediate
A naturally sweet, caffeine-free cookie featuring earthy carob and bright citrus notes.
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These Carob-Orange Cookies offer a delightful, naturally sweet alternative to traditional chocolate treats, perfect for those avoiding caffeine or dairy. The combination of earthy carob powder and bright orange extract creates a complex, aromatic flavor profile that is both comforting and sophisticated. Made with a blend of rice and barley flours, these cookies have a tender, slightly crumbly texture that pairs beautifully with the rich crunch of ground nuts. They are an excellent choice for afternoon tea, holiday gift baskets, or as a wholesome dessert option. Simple to prepare with wholesome ingredients, these cookies bring a rustic, homemade charm to any table.

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Carob-Orange Cookies

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 Calories: 626.7

Description

These Carob-Orange Cookies offer a delightful, naturally sweet alternative to traditional chocolate treats, perfect for those avoiding caffeine or dairy. The combination of earthy carob powder and bright orange extract creates a complex, aromatic flavor profile that is both comforting and sophisticated. Made with a blend of rice and barley flours, these cookies have a tender, slightly crumbly texture that pairs beautifully with the rich crunch of ground nuts. They are an excellent choice for afternoon tea, holiday gift baskets, or as a wholesome dessert option. Simple to prepare with wholesome ingredients, these cookies bring a rustic, homemade charm to any table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the rice flour, barley flour, and carob powder until well combined and free of lumps.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, stir together the honey, water (or soy milk), and orange extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a soft, sticky dough forms. Fold in the ground nuts until evenly distributed.
  5. Scoop small spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Gently flatten each mound with your fingers or the back of a spoon, as the dough will not spread much during baking.
  7. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies feel set to the touch.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Optional: For a softer texture, mix 1/4 cup of oil into the liquid ingredients before combining.
  10. Optional: Indent the center of each cookie with a spoon and fill with a small amount of orange marmalade after baking.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1


Amount Per Serving
Calories 626.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8.8g14%
Saturated Fat 2.4g12%
Cholesterol 48.0mg16%
Sodium 43.1mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 112.8g38%
Dietary Fiber 3.6g15%
Sugars 36.4g
Protein 22.3g45%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: carob, orange, cookies, vegan, gluten-free, rice flour, barley flour, honey, baking, dessert, nuts, healthy, caffeine-free, homemade, citrus, snack, easy, plant-based, soy milk, extract
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