Beth's Orange Cookies Recipe

These soft and chewy Orange Cookies are a refreshing treat that is perfect for any time of year. The zesty citrus flavor of the oranges combined with the sweetness of the cookie dough creates a delightful combination that will have your taste buds dancing with joy. Whether you are looking for a new cookie recipe to add to your baking repertoire or simply want to try something different, Beth's Orange Cookies are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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Ingredients

2 cups white sugar
1 cup shortening
2 eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
5 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 tablespoons grated orange zest
½ teaspoon grated orange zest
2 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar

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Servings: 72
Yield: 5 to 6 - dozen

Cream white sugar and shortening; add eggs and stir. Add sour cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla; stir and set aside. Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add little by little to the creamed mixture and stir well. Add 3/4 cup orange juice concentrate, and 2 tablespoons orange zest. Drop onto greased cookie sheets by teaspoonfuls.

Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for about 10 minutes. Frost cookies when they are cool.

To Make Frosting: Mix together 1/2 teaspoon orange zest, 2 Tablespoons of the thawed orange juice concentrate, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 4 Tablespoons of melted butter, 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar or enough to make frosting of spreading consistency.

Nutrition

109 cal.

Total Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 8mg
Sodium: 72mg
Total Carbohydrate: 16g
Dietary Fiber: 0g
Total Sugars: 9g
Protein: 1g
Vitamin C: 5mg
Calcium: 15mg
Iron: 1mg
Potassium: 40mg

How to Make Beth's Orange Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Ingredients

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Nutrition

109 cal.

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