Goddess Complex Golden Turmeric Cookies (Printable Version)
Golden cookies with turmeric, citrus zest, and warm spices, balanced for a nourishing, aromatic bite.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground turmeric
03 - 1 teaspoon ground ginger
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
07 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
08 - 1 cup granulated sugar
09 - 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
10 - 2 large eggs
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
12 - zest of 1 orange
→ Optional Add-ins
13 - 1/2 cup chopped pistachios or walnuts
14 - 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
15 - 2 tablespoons golden raisins or dried cranberries
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, ground turmeric, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a large bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with granulated sugar and light brown sugar using an electric mixer or whisk until the mixture is light and fluffy; this takes about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Add eggs to the butter mixture one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and orange zest until combined.
05 - Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, blending just until incorporated. Avoid over-mixing to preserve tenderness.
06 - Gently fold in chopped pistachios or walnuts, white chocolate chips, and golden raisins or dried cranberries, if desired.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing each cookie about 2 inches apart.
08 - Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and centers appear just set.
09 - Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool completely before serving.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Ready in just over thirty minutes
- Naturally bright and flavorful with turmeric and citrus
- Easy pantry ingredients you probably have on hand
- Versatile add-ins let you customize every batch
- They look as stunning as they taste
02 -
- Turmeric brings natural anti-inflammatory goodness to the table
- High in flavor and visual appeal these cookies brighten up gift boxes or dessert trays
- Freeze dough balls or baked cookies for fresh cookies anytime
03 -
- Choose a vivid bright turmeric for a cookie that shines in both flavor and color
- Do not overmix after adding flour for the perfect soft chewy texture
- Using a cookie scoop creates even bakery-style rounds every time