Orange Cream Dream Cookies with White Chocolate & Cream Cheese Frosting

For cookie lovers who crave something creamy and refreshing, these Orange Cream Dream Cookies with white chocolate and cream cheese frosting are a must-try. They combine soft, citrusy sugar cookies with a decadent frosting that melts in your mouth. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or just treating yourself!

Why You’ll Love This Version

• Extra Creamy Flavor → White chocolate adds richness.

• Tangy & Sweet Frosting → Balances citrus notes perfectly.

• Elegant Presentation → Looks bakery-style but easy to make at home.

• Customizable → Add nuts, chocolate drizzle, or extra zest.

Ingredients

For the cookies:

• ¾ cup butter, softened

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 2 tbsp fresh orange zest

• 1 egg

• 1 yolk

• 2 tbsp fresh orange juice

• 2 cups flour

• ½ tsp baking soda

• Pinch of salt

• ½ cup white chocolate chips

For the frosting:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• ¼ cup butter, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp orange juice

Step-by-Step Recipe

Step 1: Make the Dough

Cream butter, sugar, and zest until fluffy. Mix in egg, yolk, and orange juice. Add dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, salt), then fold in white chocolate chips.

Step 2: Bake the Cookies

Scoop dough balls onto a lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 9–11 minutes until golden at the edges. Cool completely before frosting.

Step 3: Prepare the Frosting

Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar, vanilla, and orange juice. Whip until fluffy.

Step 4: Frost & Garnish

Spread frosting on cooled cookies, sprinkle with orange zest, and top with extra white chocolate if desired.

Tips & Variations

• Add crushed pistachios or almonds for crunch.

• Drizzle with dark chocolate for contrast.

• Make them into cookie sandwiches with frosting in the middle.

• Store frosted cookies in the fridge up to 5 days.

Serving Ideas

These cookies pair wonderfully with:

• Hot coffee or espresso ☕

• Fresh lemonade 🍋

• A scoop of vanilla ice cream 🍨

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