Ingredients
For the Cookies:
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 133 grams sourdough discard (about ½ cup), unfed and at room temperature
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
For the Topping:
- 3–4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped or chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together in a large bowl or stand mixer for 2–3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add sourdough discard, orange zest, and vanilla extract; mix until fully combined.
- Add flour and salt; mix on low until incorporated, then increase speed slightly until a soft dough forms.
- Transfer dough to a work surface, divide into two portions, shape each into a log or rectangle (~2 inches wide and 1 inch thick), wrap in plastic, and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Slice chilled dough into ¼-inch thick cookies and place on prepared sheets, leaving 2 inches between cookies.
- Bake one tray at a time for 12–14 minutes until bottoms are lightly golden; cool on a wire rack.
- Mix granulated sugar with orange zest for the topping.
- Melt dark chocolate over low heat until smooth. Dip one end of each cooled cookie into chocolate and place on parchment.
- While chocolate is warm, sprinkle orange sugar over the dipped portion. Let chocolate set completely before serving.
Notes
- For a lemon version, replace orange zest with fresh lemon zest.
- Use milk or white chocolate instead of dark for a sweeter or creamier finish.
- Add finely chopped nuts (almonds, pistachios) to the dough for extra texture.
- Drizzle extra melted chocolate on top for a decorative appearance.
- Dough can be refrigerated up to 2 days or frozen up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–14 minutes
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- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Baking / Cookies
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