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Chocolate Lemon Orange Cookies

Written by Shikha   |   Last updated: February 26, 2026

 

Chocolate Lemon Orange Cookies

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I love chocolate, and I have always loved the combination of chocolate with citrus fruits. This recipe is my take on snap cookies, which my daughter loves; the delicate orange and lemon zests compliment the bold chocolate flavor really well.  
Servings: 12 cookies
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients 

  • 3/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch, (dissolved in 1 tablespoon water)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.  
  • Cover three baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together all wet ingredients (maple syrup, oil, cornstarch mixture, vanilla, lemon extract, lemon, and orange zest).
  • In a separate bowl, sift together all dry ingredients (all-purpose flour, whole wheat pastry flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt).
  • Stir dry ingredients into wet ingredients until smooth.
  • Measure out cookie dough in 1 teaspoon scoops and arrange 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets.
  • Bake until cookies are firm on top and edges have darkened (about 12-15 minutes).
  • Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Using a spatula, move from the baking sheet to the cookie rack before serving.

Bon appétit!

    Shikha - Veggiecurean founder and recipe creator
    Shikha

    Shikha, creator of Veggiecurean, develops accessible vegetarian and vegan recipes with global influences. With training from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and culinary schools, she combines technical expertise with practical plant-based cooking. Every recipe is thoroughly tested in her home kitchen to ensure success for home cooks.

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