Orange Butter Cookies | Soft, Buttery & Citrus-Scented

These Orange Butter Cookies are soft, buttery, fragrant, and incredibly easy to make. Fresh orange zest and a hint of vanilla give them a delicate citrus flavor that’s not overpowering — perfect with tea or coffee. ✨ Soft & buttery texture ✨ Fresh citrus flavor ✨ Easy piped cookie recipe ✨ Perfect with tea or coffee INGREDIENTS 300g unsalted butter, softened 180g powdered sugar, sifted 2 large eggs, room temperature 1 tsp orange zest 1/2 tsp vanilla extract 5 drops orange extract (optional) 380g all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp salt INSTRUCTIONS 1.Beat the softened butter and powdered sugar for 3–4 minutes until light and creamy. 2.Add the eggs, vanilla, orange zest, and orange extract. Mix until combined. 3.Add the flour and salt and mix until a soft dough forms. 4.Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. 5.Pipe cookies onto a parchment-lined baking tray. 6.Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 15–20 minutes or until lightly golden on the bottom. 7.Cool completely before serving. New cozy bakes every week — subscribe so you don’t miss the next one. 🤍 #VbyVenus #orangecookies #buttercookies