Mrs Fields Orange Chocolate Chunk Cookies

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Servings: 24 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Soft, chewy cookies bursting with bright citrus aroma and rich chocolate chunks
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Mrs Fields Orange Chocolate Chunk Cookies

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 24 Calories: 1895.5

Description

These homemade cookies capture the essence of the classic Mrs. Fields taste with a refreshing twist. The batter combines the warmth of brown sugar and butter with the bright, zesty note of orange extract and fresh grated peel. Generous chunks of semisweet chocolate melt slightly during baking, creating gooey pockets of indulgence in every bite. The texture is perfectly soft in the center with lightly crisp edges, making them an irresistible treat. They are ideal for afternoon tea, holiday gift baskets, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth on a cozy evening. Easy to mix up with pantry staples, these cookies bring a nostalgic, bakery-style comfort to your kitchen.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300&# 194;°F (150ðC).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and grated orange peel. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until blended.
  4. Add eggs and orange extract to the butter mixture. Beat on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients. Beat on low speed just until combined.
  6. Fold in the chopped semisweet chocolate chunks until evenly distributed.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased cookie sheets, spacing them 1 1/2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 22-24 minutes, or until cookies are slightly brown along the edges but still soft in the center.
  9. Transfer cookies immediately to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1895.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 82.6g128%
Saturated Fat 48.8g244%
Cholesterol 315.5mg106%
Sodium 1711.9mg72%
Total Carbohydrate 257.4g86%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g57%
Sugars 132.0g
Protein 26.6g54%

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

Note

For best flavor, use fresh orange zest for the grated peel and high-quality chocolate bars rather than chips for larger, gooier chunks.

If the dough feels too soft, chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking to prevent excessive spreading.

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Add a slice of bread to the container to maintain softness.

The lower baking temperature (300ðF) is key to achieving the soft, chewy texture characteristic of Mrs. Fields cookies. Do not bake at higher temperatures.

Keywords: cookies, chocolate chunk, orange extract, grated orange peel, baking soda, brown sugar, softened butter, semisweet chocolate, homemade dessert, soft baked, citrus cookie, holiday treat, afternoon snack, gift basket, comfort food, bakery style
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