Best 6 Orange Walnut Butter Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures with our Orange Walnut Butter Cookies. These delectable treats are a perfect blend of citrusy zest, nutty crunch, and buttery richness. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a batch of these cookies that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

The recipe offers two variations to cater to different preferences. The first variation features a classic combination of orange extract and walnuts, while the second variation adds a touch of sophistication with Grand Marnier and chopped crystallized ginger. Both variations promise a burst of citrusy goodness that perfectly complements the buttery cookie base and the nutty crunch of the walnuts.

These Orange Walnut Butter Cookies are not only easy to make but also versatile enough to enjoy on various occasions. They are perfect for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea parties, or as a delightful snack to savor with your loved ones. Their compact size makes them ideal for packing in lunch boxes or enjoying on the go.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create these delectable Orange Walnut Butter Cookies. With their irresistible combination of flavors and textures, they are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRANDMA BRUBAKER'S ORANGE COOKIES



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At least two generations of my family have enjoyed the recipe for these delicate orange-flavored cookies. -Sheri DeBolt, Huntington, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup shortening
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs, separated, room temperature
1 cup buttermilk
5 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons baking soda
Pinch salt
Juice and grated zest of 2 medium navel oranges
ICING:
2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in egg yolks and buttermilk. Sift together flour, baking powder, soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with orange juice and zest. Add egg whites and beat until smooth. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets. Bake until set, about 10 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool completely., For icing, combine all ingredients and beat until smooth. Frost cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 58mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ORANGE BUTTER COOKIES



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The most common mistakes made by home bakers, professionals say, have to do with the care and handling of one ingredient: butter. Creaming butter correctly, keeping butter doughs cold, and starting with fresh, good-tasting butter are vital details that professionals take for granted, and home bakers often miss.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     snack, cookies and bars, dessert

Time 1h

Yield About 4 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 3/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 2/3 cups cake flour or more all-purpose flour (cake flour gives a finer texture)
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
1 cup (2 sticks) cold unsalted butter
2 packed teaspoons freshly grated orange zest
1 large egg plus 2 large egg yolks, at room temperature
1 orange
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 to 4 tablespoons whole milk
2 drops almond or vanilla extract
Pinch fine salt

Steps:

  • Position two oven racks in top and bottom third of oven. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a bowl, whisk flours, baking soda and salt together. In a mixer, cream together the sugar, butter and orange zest at medium speed until light and smooth, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the sides of bowl frequently. Add egg and mix. Add one egg yolk and mix. Add remaining egg yolk and mix. Stir in dry ingredients just until combined.
  • Scoop tablespoons of dough onto parchment, leaving more than 1 inch between cookies. Press each one down lightly with 2 fingers to flatten to a thickness of 1/2 inch. Leave any ridges and valleys on top of cookie intact, but smooth the edges.
  • Bake about 15 minutes, rotating cookie sheets halfway through. Cookies should be pale but baked all the way through. Cool on sheets 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack and cool before storing in airtight containers up to 1 week.
  • When ready to serve, make icing: Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Peel orange, being careful to remove only outer orange zest, and cut into thin strips. Blanch in boiling water 1 minute; drain. Sift confectioners' sugar into a bowl. Whisk in 2 tablespoons milk. Whisk in more milk if needed to make mixture thin enough to spread. Add extract, salt and zest, and whisk to combine.
  • Place cookies on a rack and drizzle icing over each one (make sure there is some orange zest in each spoonful). Icing will settle into cookie crevices; let harden.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 108, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 61 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ORANGE WALNUT COOKIES



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These are one of my family's favorite cookies, and mine as well. I have been making these for over 20 yrs now and are still requested for all gatherings. The texture is delicate & delicious, and the orange flavoring makes these scrumptious. Once you try them, they just might be one of yours too.. They will melt in your mouth! A...

Provided by Barbie Dombroski

Categories     Other Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 c powered sugar
1 c white sugar
1 c margerine
1 c vegetable oil
2 eggs beaten
2 tsp orange extract
2 tsp orange peel
4 1/2 c flour, plus 2 tbsp
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cream of tarter
1 c chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • 1. In large bowl, add margerine, powdered sugar, white sugar, vegetable oil, orange flavoring, beaten eggs, orange peel, and nuts. Mix well.
  • 2. In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, cream of tarter and salt. Add dry ingredients into wet mixture, mix well. Chill dough for several hours.
  • 3. I use a cookie scoop to make cookies, then roll into balls, press down gently to flaten. Bake @ 370 degrees for 12 - 15 minutes, just until light brown. Do not over bake! This is a large recipe and can be cut in half if desired. Cookies are delicate and delicious...ENJOY!

ORANGE WALNUT COOKIES



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Provided by Rachel Shakerchi

Categories     Cookies     Food Processor     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Orange     Walnut     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Small Plates

Yield Makes About 24

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter or margarine, cut into pieces
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1 1/2 teaspoons grated orange peel
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups self-rising flour
24 walnut halves (about)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease heavy large baking sheet. Blend butter in processor until smooth. Add sugar and process until fluffy. Mix in orange concentrate, orange peel and vanilla. Add flour and process just until dough comes together, scraping down sides of work bowl occasionally.
  • Form 1 rounded tablespoon of dough into ball. Place on prepared sheet; flatten to 2-inch round. Repeat with remaining dough. Press 1 walnut half firmly onto each round. Bake cookies until just beginning to color, about 12 minutes. Transfer cookies to racks and cool. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Store in airtight container at room temperature.)

PUMPKIN WAFFLES WITH ORANGE WALNUT BUTTER



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This is so delicious! Bring a flourish to the breakfast table with these unique and flavorful waffle. -Brandi Davis, Pullman, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
WAFFLES:
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 large eggs
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
2 tablespoons butter, melted
Maple syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat waffle maker. Mix softened butter and orange zest; stir in walnuts., Whisk together first six waffle ingredients. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin and melted butter; add to dry ingredients. Stir just until moistened., Cook waffles according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown. Serve with butter mixture and syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536 calories, Fat 38g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 174mg cholesterol, Sodium 731mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

BUTTER WALNUT COOKIES



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This is a recipe I came across a while back, and really enjoyed. Unfortunately I never wrote down how many it made, so I'm not able to tell you this detail. If you make them and find out before I make them again, please let me know how many it makes! :) Thanks! Enjoy

Provided by love4culinary

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 4 batches

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups butter
1 cup sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 cup finely ground walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat your butter, sugar, egg, vanilla, and salt until light and fluffy.
  • In another bowl combine flour and finely ground walnuts.
  • Little by little add flour mixture to butter mixture; mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Cover your dough and refrigerate it for at least 1 hour.
  • Take a quarter of your dough at a time out of your refrigerator, and roll it out to a quarter inch thickness.
  • With a lightly floured glass rim, or any other desired shape you wish to use, and cut your cookies out and place on an parchment lined cookie sheet and bake in preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until they are just lightly browned.
  • Remove the tray from the oven and immediately remove the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh oranges. If you don't have fresh oranges, you can use 1/2 cup of orange juice concentrate, thawed, plus 1 tablespoon of grated orange zest.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the walnuts by hand. Just be sure to chop them finely so that they blend well into the cookie dough.
  • If you want a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • These cookies are best when eaten fresh. However, you can store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Orange Walnut Butter Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are full of orange flavor and have a soft and chewy texture. Whether you are looking for a snack to enjoy with your family or a dessert to serve at a party, these cookies are sure to be a hit.

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