Ingredients

The following ingredients have 24 Servings
  • 1 cup butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • zest of one orange (about 1 tablespoon)
  • zest of one lemon (about 1 teaspoon)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • For rolling: 1/4 cup granulated sugar

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • In the bowl of your stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment mix the butter granulated sugar and brown sugar together for 3 minutes until light and fluffy. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, orange zest, lemon zest, cinnamon, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. Mix for 1 minute until combined, scraping the sides of the bowl as necessary.
  • Turn the mixer to low and add in the flour, mixing until just combined.
  • Using a small (1- tablespoon) cookie scoop, portion the dough out and roll it into balls. Roll the balls in the extra granulated sugar and place on the prepared baking sheet 2- inches apart.
  • Bake for 11 – 13 minutes until the edges are lightly golden and the tops are crackled.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 2 – 3 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.