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Creamsicle Orange Cookies

These Creamsicle Orange Cookies bring the nostalgic flavor of the childhood popsicle straight to your kitchen in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 box white cake mix (15.25 ounces)
  • 1 box orange gelatin (3 ounces)
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest Essential for that authentic creamsicle flavor
Wet Ingredients
  • ½ cup salted butter, softened Use room temperature for better mixing
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature Room temperature eggs matter for consistency
Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips Distribute evenly for the best results

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the white cake mix, orange gelatin, and orange zest. Whisk together thoroughly.
  3. Add the softened butter and room temperature eggs to the dry ingredients and beat until a smooth dough forms.
  4. Fold the white chocolate chips into the dough until evenly distributed.
  5. Using a 1 ½ tablespoon cookie scoop, portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
  1. Bake for 10 to 13 minutes, watching closely until the edges are set and the centers are soft.
  2. Let the cookies rest on the baking sheets for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for smoother mixing. Don't skip the orange zest for authentic flavor. Chill the dough if it's too sticky for easier scooping.