Butter-Free Orange Cookies – Easy Recipe

1️⃣ Flavor the sugar
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar with the orange zest
to fully release the aromas.

Béchamel Sauce
2️⃣ Add the liquid ingredients
Add the egg, orange juice, and oil.
Mix until smooth.

3️⃣ Form the dough
Incorporate the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Mix, then knead lightly until you obtain a soft, smooth, and non-sticky dough.
If necessary, gradually add a little more flour.

4️⃣ Shape the cookies
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured work surface to a thickness of about 1 cm.
Cut into strips or shapes of your choice (rolls, rectangles, half-moons).

5️⃣ Bake
Arrange the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15 to 18 minutes. The cookies should remain pale, lightly golden underneath.

6️⃣ Finishing Touches
Let cool completely,

then dust with powdered sugar if desired ✨

🎉 Tips & Tricks
• Use an untreated orange for the zest.
• For a more tender texture, don’t overwork the dough.

• These cookies will keep for 4 to 5 days in an airtight container.

• You can substitute lemon or mandarin for the orange.