CRISPY ORANGE-ALMOND COOKIES

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I like to serve these light crispy cookies with ice cream or sherbet. The recipe is a personal favorite because it came from a good friend.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 cup chopped almonds

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, orange juice, peel and extract. Combine flour and baking soda; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in almonds. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts :

AHMED SARWAR
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These cookies are a staple in my holiday baking rotation.


Nalwadda Josephine
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I've made these cookies several times and they always turn out perfectly.


lily Roae
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These cookies are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Rethabile Motshegare
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I love the orange almond flavor of these cookies. They're perfect for a holiday party.


dja mel
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover oranges.


Liz Lenny
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I had some trouble getting the cookies to crisp up, but they still tasted good.


KeJuan Cason
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These cookies were a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.


Mbil Melissa
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I love how crispy these cookies are! They're the perfect treat for a party or a snack.


Christina E
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These cookies are the perfect combination of crispy and chewy. I love the orange flavor and the almonds give them a nice crunch.


MAham Shoukat
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! They sold out in no time.


Lara
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These were so easy to make and they tasted delicious! I used a combination of orange and lemon zest and they were perfect. Thanks for the recipe!


Akon Sohel
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I have to say these cookies turned out amazing! I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies came out perfectly crispy and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again soon.


Haider Gill
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I made these cookies for my family and they were a huge success! The cookies were crispy and flavorful, and the orange zest added a nice touch. I'll definitely be making these again soon.


Shopna Eite
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These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the crispy texture. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Paige Schimbeck
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These orange almond cookies are a delight! The orange flavor is perfectly balanced with the sweetness of the cookie, and the almonds add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making these again!