Melting moments

Indulge in the sweet delight of homemade Melting Moments. These buttery cookies, enhanced with zesty orange, melt in your mouth with every bite. Perfect for any occasion, featuring a simple blend of powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a mix of all-purpose and corn flours. Easy to make, impossible to resist!

19 Mar 2025
Cook time 15 min
Prep time 20 min

Ingredients:

1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2.50 cups all-purpose white wheat flour
1/3 cup corn flour
2 tbsp orange zest
Melting moments

Melting moments are delicate, buttery cookies that dissolve in your mouth, leaving you with a rich and delightful flavor. These cookies are perfect for any occasion and are simple to make with a few basic ingredients. Follow this recipe to create a batch of these melt-in-your-mouth treats that will undoubtedly be a hit with everyone!

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Add Vanilla and Orange Zest: Add in the vanilla extract and orange zest. Continue to beat the mixture until fully combined, another minute or so. The zest should be evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and corn flour until well combined.
5. Form the Dough: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. The dough will be crumbly at first but should come together as you mix.
6. Shape the Cookies: Scoop out generous teaspoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into small balls. Place the balls about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets. You can flatten them slightly with the back of a fork or your fingers if desired, but they should remain relatively thick to achieve that "melting moment" texture.
7. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. The centers should still be pale.
8. Cool and Dust with Sugar: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. Once cooled, lightly dust the tops with extra powdered sugar if desired.
9. Serve and Enjoy: Your Melting Moments cookies are now ready to be enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee!

Tips:

- Ensure that the butter is at room temperature before you start to make it easier to cream with the sugar.

- Use freshly grated orange zest for the best flavor.

- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before rolling it into balls to prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.

- Bake the cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.

- Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack to achieve the best texture.

Baking a batch of melting moments is an excellent way to enjoy a sweet, flavorful treat that is perfect for any occasion. Whether serving them at a gathering or enjoying them solo with a cup of tea, these cookies are sure to impress. Happy baking!

Nutrition per serving

6 Servings
Calories 340kcal
Protein 7g
Carbohydrates 60g
Fiber 1.92g
Sugar 13g
Fat 9g

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