{"id":42308,"date":"2025-07-31T19:23:52","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T12:23:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/?p=42308"},"modified":"2025-07-31T19:23:52","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T12:23:52","slug":"chocolate-orange-cookies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/chocolate-orange-cookies\/","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate Orange Cookies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/chocolate-orange-cookies\/2\/\"><strong>JUMP TO RECIPE<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Chocolate-Orange-Cookies.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-42309\" srcset=\"https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Chocolate-Orange-Cookies.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Chocolate-Orange-Cookies-768x1365.jpg 768w, https:\/\/9amchef.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Chocolate-Orange-Cookies-864x1536.jpg 864w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s officially Christmas season, and this month I&#8217;m whipping up dairy-free and egg-free desserts inspired by classic Christmas treats and flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These cookies are crispy on the outside, gooey and chewy in the middle, and bursting with chocolate-orange flavor. The recipe is easy to adapt for all dietary needs and preferences, with no dairy, eggs, or gluten!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it&#8217;s #NationalCookieDay, we&#8217;re making a delicious double chocolate cookie inspired by Terry&#8217;s Chocolate Orange.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These cookies are crisp on the outside, gooey and chewy in the middle, and full of chocolate orange flavor, inspired by Terry&#8217;s Chocolate Orange. They are dairy-free, egg-free, and gluten-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vegan and Gluten-Free Chocolate Orange Cookies<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These <strong>Chocolate Orange Cookies<\/strong> are perfect for the Christmas season, crisp on the outside and gooey and chewy in the middle, with a delicious chocolate orange flavor. They&#8217;re easily adaptable for all dietary needs and preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--WPRM Recipe 42310-->\n<div class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe\">\n\t<h2 class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-name\">Chocolate Orange Cookies<\/h2>\n\t\t<p class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-summary\">\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-equipment\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t<ul><li>1 cup granulated sugar<\/li><li>2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water (flax eggs)<\/li><li>\u00bd cup coconut oil (melted)<\/li><li>\u00bc cup plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat)<\/li><li>Zest of 1 orange<\/li><li>1 tsp orange extract<\/li><li>\u00bd cup cocoa powder<\/li><li>1 cup ground almonds (almond flour)<\/li><li>1 cup gluten-free oat flour<\/li><li>1 tsp bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)<\/li><li>1 cup dark chocolate chips (or chopped Terry&#8217;s Chocolate Orange if not dairy-free)<\/li><\/ul>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t<h4>Prepare the Flax Eggs:<\/h4><ol><li>In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Mix Wet Ingredients:<\/h4><ol><li>In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, melted coconut oil, plant-based milk, orange zest, orange extract, and the prepared flax eggs. Mix until well combined.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Combine Dry Ingredients:<\/h4><ol><li>In another bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, ground almonds, gluten-free oat flour, and bicarbonate of soda.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:<\/h4><ol><li>Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.<\/li><li>Fold in the dark chocolate chips.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Chill the Dough:<\/h4><ol><li>Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Preheat and Prepare:<\/h4><ol><li>Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C).<\/li><li>Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Shape and Bake:<\/h4><ol><li>Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.<\/li><li>Flatten each dough ball slightly with the back of a spoon.<\/li><li>Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are crisp and the centers are still slightly soft.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Cool and Serve:<\/h4><ol><li>Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/li><li>Enjoy these delicious, gooey, and chewy chocolate orange cookies!<\/li><\/ol>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-notes\">\n\t\t<ul>\n<li>Flax Eggs: Ensure the flax eggs are thickened before adding to the wet ingredients for the best binding effect.<\/li>\n<li>Coconut Oil: Use melted coconut oil for easy mixing. Ensure it&#8217;s not too hot when adding to avoid melting the sugar.<\/li>\n<li>Gluten-Free Flour: Ensure the oat flour is certified gluten-free if needed. You can also use other gluten-free flour blends if preferred.<\/li>\n<li>Chocolate Chips: Use dairy-free dark chocolate chips or chopped dairy-free chocolate orange pieces for a festive twist.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-meta\">\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-meta-course\">Dessert<\/div>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!--End WPRM Recipe-->\n\n\n\n<!--nextpage-->\n\n\n\n<!--WPRM Recipe 42310-->\n<div class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe\">\n\t<h2 class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-name\">Chocolate Orange Cookies<\/h2>\n\t\t<p class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-summary\">\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-equipment\">\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-ingredients\">\n\t\t<ul><li>1 cup granulated sugar<\/li><li>2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water (flax eggs)<\/li><li>\u00bd cup coconut oil (melted)<\/li><li>\u00bc cup plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat)<\/li><li>Zest of 1 orange<\/li><li>1 tsp orange extract<\/li><li>\u00bd cup cocoa powder<\/li><li>1 cup ground almonds (almond flour)<\/li><li>1 cup gluten-free oat flour<\/li><li>1 tsp bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)<\/li><li>1 cup dark chocolate chips (or chopped Terry&#8217;s Chocolate Orange if not dairy-free)<\/li><\/ul>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-instructions\">\n\t\t<h4>Prepare the Flax Eggs:<\/h4><ol><li>In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to thicken.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Mix Wet Ingredients:<\/h4><ol><li>In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar, melted coconut oil, plant-based milk, orange zest, orange extract, and the prepared flax eggs. Mix until well combined.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Combine Dry Ingredients:<\/h4><ol><li>In another bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, ground almonds, gluten-free oat flour, and bicarbonate of soda.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:<\/h4><ol><li>Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.<\/li><li>Fold in the dark chocolate chips.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Chill the Dough:<\/h4><ol><li>Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Preheat and Prepare:<\/h4><ol><li>Preheat your oven to 350\u00b0F (175\u00b0C).<\/li><li>Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Shape and Bake:<\/h4><ol><li>Scoop tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.<\/li><li>Flatten each dough ball slightly with the back of a spoon.<\/li><li>Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are crisp and the centers are still slightly soft.<\/li><\/ol><h4>Cool and Serve:<\/h4><ol><li>Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/li><li>Enjoy these delicious, gooey, and chewy chocolate orange cookies!<\/li><\/ol>\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wprm-fallback-recipe-notes\">\n\t\t<ul>\n<li>Flax Eggs: Ensure the flax eggs are thickened before adding to the wet ingredients for the best binding effect.<\/li>\n<li>Coconut Oil: Use melted coconut oil for easy mixing. 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