orange cookies without butter

Sure! Here’s a recipe for orange cookies that doesn’t require butter:

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 2 tablespoons grated orange zest
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Additional sugar for rolling (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the vegetable oil and sugar. Stir until well combined.
3. Add the egg to the mixture and beat until smooth.
4. Stir in the orange juice and grated orange zest until well incorporated.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. If desired, roll the dough balls in sugar for a slightly crunchy exterior.
8. Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown.
10. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your delicious orange cookies without butter!