White Chocolate Orange Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoons orange zest
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 cup white chocolate chips

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla, orange zest, and salt.
3. Combine the flour and baking powder; stir into the creamed mixture. Mix in the white chocolate chips. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
4. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Interesting Facts

• White chocolate chips are made from cocoa butter, sugar, and milk solids.
• Orange zest can be used to add flavor to a variety of dishes.
• Orange extract can be substituted for orange zest if desired.
• These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.