Orange Twist Cookies - Mary'sKitchenMtl

Ingredients for Dough: •3 large eggs, room temperature  •1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar  •1 cup (227 g) softened, unsalted butter •1 large orange zest + juice 1/2 cup (120ml) •1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract  •1 tsp (5 ml) Grand Marnier •5-5 1/2 cups (625-690 g) all-purpose flour, sifted + more for dusting •2 tsp (10 g) baking powder Ingredients for Topping (egg wash): •1 large egg yolk + 1 tsp (5 ml) milk Preparation: 1. Take 3 large eggs out of the refrigerator. 2. Line 2 large baking trays with parchment paper.  3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). 4. Prepare the ingredients. -Sift 5 cups (625 g) all-purpose flour. More flour will be needed for dusting when kneading the dough. -Weigh/measure the sugar, the butter (microwave for 20 to 30 seconds to soften, not melt). -Zest and juice the orange. -Measure the Grand Marnier, the vanilla extract and baking powder. Procedure:  1. Add the eggs and sugar to a large bowl. Whisk until pale and creamy. 2. Add the softened butter. Whisk until fully combined.  3. Incorporate the orange juice, zest, vanilla extract, and Grand Marnier. Whisk until combined. 4. Gradually fold in the flour using a rubber spatula. 5. Add the baking powder, then the remaining flour.  6. Mix with hand. Dust more flour until the dough is soft and no longer sticky. 7. Scoop the dough using a tablespoon. Each portion should weigh about 40 grams. Roll the dough into a 10-inch (25 cm) rope. Fold in half, then twist three times. Place on parchment lined tray. 8. Prepare egg wash.  9. Brush cookies. 10. Bake the first tray of cookies for 25 minutes until light golden.  11. Repeat the process for the next tray. This recipe produces 40 delicious cookies.  These golden, buttery orange twist cookies are lightly crisp on the outside and tender on the inside, infused with a fresh citrus flavour. Each one is hand twisted with care, creating a beautiful texture and a delicate touch of sweetness. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 1–2 weeks. They can be frozen in an airtight container or sealed plastic bag for to 2–3 months. I hope you like this recipe! Thanks for watching and please subscribe to my channel for more recipes! See you next time! ♥️ #baking #cookies #desserts Follow Me: Facebook:   / maryskitchenmtl   Instagram:   / maryskitchenmtl   YouTube:    / maryskitchenmtl   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.ca/MaryBenvenut... Music: Sunshine samba by Chris Haugen    • Sunshine Samba