Last Updated on 2 October, 2026 by Elby | The Tasteful Pantry
Orange choc chip cookies are a delicious treat. A combination of one of the most loved biscuits on the planet with a citrusy orange zing. In my opinion, of all the classic biscuit options, chocolate chip cookies are the absolute best. So, how can you change a classic? By adding a classic flavour combo, and there is not much better than the tried-and-true chocolate and orange duo. Although peanut and chocolate in my peanut coc chip cookies comes close. And lets not forget lemon vanilla cookies for another popular duo! For a filled version, try my Nutella biscuits with a gooey chocolate-hazelnut centre.
Easy chocolate orange cake and orange and white chocolate muffins are some other delicious orange flavoured treats.
The Simplicity of Orange Choc Chip Cookies
Whether you’re a seasoned home baker or just starting out, these treats are a must-try, and whipping them up is an absolute breeze:
- Cream the butter and sugar,
- Add the egg and vanilla,
- Stir in the dry ingredients and zest,
- Shape and refrigerate
- Cook and eat!
There you have it, classic chocolate chip biscuits with orange rind for a delicious citrus twist. As easy as 1, 2, 3, (4, 5).
Texture: Adding orange rind to the biscuits changes the texture to a smooth top. Differing from the cracked edges of my traditional chocolate chip cookies. Don’t let this deter you, it certainly doesn’t take away from the flavour.
If you prefer the cracked top, instead of stirring the rind through the dough, try sprinkling over the raw cookie dough. Gently press the rind into the top of the cookies so it doesn’t burn or fall off. Leaving the rind on top also makes for a great visual effect.
Oranges: Don’t have an orange in the house? That’s ok, swap it for chopped walnuts, pecans, almonds or macadamias. Or just make good old chocolate chip cookies.
You only use the orange zest for this recipe. Rather than waste the rest, store the leftover orange in a container in the fridge, ready for another dish. My Orange Bircher Muesli with Walnuts will ensure you don’t waste any of the orange. Perhaps try a slice in a gin and tonic for an orange twist on a classic – I love a sneaky aperitif.
Whether you’re sharing these treats with friends, family, or enjoying them all to yourself, these orange choc chip cookies will not last long.
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If you like using citrus in baking, my mandarin almond loaf is one to try. Also browse my homemade biscuits collection. Or search my website for more delicious bakery snacks, including muffin recipes. Also, follow The Tasteful Pantry on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest for all the latest recipes and info.
Orange Choc Chip Cookies
*Note: Adjusting servings will not adjust the ‘light grey’ quantities
Ingredients
- 215 grams unsalted butter - softened
- 110 grams caster sugar - approx. ½ cup
- 165 grams brown sugar - firmly packed, approx. ¾ cup
- 1 egg - at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 320 grams flour - plain, approx. 2 cups
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp bicarb soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tsp orange zest
- 200 grams chocolate chips - milk or dark
Instructions
- Heat a fan forced oven to 190°C | 170°C fan forced and line two cookie trays with baking paper.
- In an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy – approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Add the egg and vanilla and mix on low until fully incorporated.
- Add the flour, baking powder, bicarb, salt and grated orange rind (see notes) into the butter mix and fold with a spatula until just combined.
- Gently stir in the chocolate chips.
- Place 2 tablespoons of the dough onto the trays, approximately 5cm apart and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes – they should be just starting to firm up.
- Bake for 12 minutes, or until browned and crisp on the edges, but still soft and chewy in the middle. Leave to cool for 5 minutes, before transferring to a cooling rack. Get stuck into them while they are still warm!
Notes
Nutrition
*Nutrition and calorie figures are estimates only.
