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How to Make Orange Drop Cookies III - A Step-by-Step Guide

Orange drop cookies are a delightful treat that is perfect for any time of the year. They are light, refreshing, and bursting with the citrusy flavor of fresh oranges. These cookies are easy to make and always a hit with friends and family. Whether you are looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with your morning coffee or a tasty dessert to finish off a meal, orange drop cookies are sure to satisfy your cravings.

This particular recipe for orange drop cookies is a classic one that has bee...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups white sugar
  • 1 cup shortening
  • 3 eggs
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup sour milk
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 3 tablespoons fresh orange juice

Information

  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the sugar and shortening. Beat in eggs, one at a time. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt, stir into the creamed mixture. Finally, stir in the milk, orange juice and orange zest. Drop by heaping spoonfuls onto an ungreased cookie sheet.
  • Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until the edges turn golden. Remove from baking sheet to cool on wire racks.

    • Nutrition

    153 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 16mg
    • Sodium: 87mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 17mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 34mg

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