The recipe for these quick citrus marmalade cookies was born during a trip to the Coast: there I brought home three truly special organic marmalades, orange, lemon, and mandarin and decided to use them to create simple but extremely fragrant cookies, inspired by my beloved butter-free lemon cookies. That’s how the citrus trio cookies were born, soft and crumbly, with a sweet marmalade heart that changes with every bite.
The fresh aroma of citrus pairs wonderfully with chocolate, just like in the chocolate and orange cookies. Citrus cookies are perfect to enjoy with a cup of tea or to serve as a small sweet tasting.
No rolling pin, no cutters: just two teaspoons and 20 minutes, like in the soft marmalade cookies that I recommend you try.
See you at the next recipe!!!
ALSO TRY:
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Rest time: 15 Minutes
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 24 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Winter, Autumn, Winter
Ingredients
- 7 tbsp butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- Half packet baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 lemon zest (grated)
- 1/2 orange zest (grated)
- A few drops orange juice
- 2 tbsp orange marmalade
- 2 tbsp lemon marmalade
- 2 tbsp mandarin marmalade
- as needed powdered sugar
Tools
- Bowl
- Baking tray
Recipe: citrus marmalade cookies
Work the butter and sugar with an electric whisk or a spoon until you obtain a soft cream.
Add the egg, the grated zest of half a lemon, half an orange, and a few drops of its juice.
Incorporate the sifted flour, almond flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, then mix until you have a soft but manageable dough. Let it rest in the fridge for 15 minutes, covered with cling film.
After the resting time, take the dough out of the fridge, take a piece of dough weighing about 25 g (approximately 0.88 oz), place it between the palms of your hands, and roll it until you obtain a smooth ball, then place it on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Using the handle of a wooden spoon, press in the center of each ball to create an indentation.
Fill each cookie with half a teaspoon of marmalade, alternating between orange, lemon, and mandarin flavors.
Bake in a preheated static oven at 356°F for 13-15 minutes, until they turn golden at the edges. Remove from the oven and let them rest on a cookie rack.
Sprinkle with powdered sugar before serving for a special touch.
Delicious and fragrant, these cookies contain three delightful marmalades at the center: orange, mandarin, and lemon, alternating with each bite. Perfect for breakfasts, snacks, or moments of sweet relaxation, they will win everyone over with their fresh and fruity flavor.
Storage and Tips
Storage: the cookies filled with orange, lemon, and mandarin marmalade keep well at room temperature in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
Tips: choose quality marmalades: the taste of the cookies depends greatly on the marmalade, preferably artisanal or homemade.
FAQ
Can I replace citrus marmalades with other flavors?
Of course! You can also try these cookies with other marmalades like berries or apricot. Experiment and find your favorite combination.
Can I use homemade marmalade to make these quick cookies?
Yes, in fact, homemade marmalades give an even more intense and genuine flavor. Just make sure they are not too liquid, or they might drip during baking.
Can I use granulated sugar instead of brown sugar?
Yes, you can substitute brown sugar with granulated sugar; the cookies will be slightly less dark and with a less caramel-like aroma, but the texture will remain excellent.
