ORANGE ITALIAN KNOT COOKIES

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These cookies are packed with orange flavor. These are called many things and made into many shapes. One of them being Italian Knot Cookies. I have seen them round, made into "S" shapes or in a knot, depends on how the baker wants to make them. I have also seen them made into many elaborate shapes. This is just one of the...

Provided by Annamaria Settanni McDonald

Categories     Cookies

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 c sugar
6 eggs
2 Tbsp pure vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract
4 stick butter
1 c milk
8 1/2 c flour
3 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 c orange juice, fresh
2 Tbsp orange zest
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2 c powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
4 Tbsp milk (approx.)
colored sprinkles optional

Steps:

  • 1. Measure flour, cut in butter, and mix well with hands. (A dough blender also works wonderfully.)
  • 2. Add sugar, salt, and baking powder. Mix well.
  • 3. Make well in center and add milk, eggs, and vanilla, orange juice and orange zest. Mix until the dough comes together.
  • 4. Wrap in Saran wrap and chill at least 1 hour.
  • 5. Roll out dough into strips, form cookies into knots, and bake at 375 degrees for at least 15 minutes (golden tan bottoms).

Consumed Beans
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These cookies are the perfect make-ahead dessert. They can be stored in the freezer for up to two months.


Titus Wamunyima
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I love that these cookies are made with simple ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand.


Etteka Glory
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These cookies are the perfect gift for any occasion.


Kiara lee Jacobs
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I can't wait to try these cookies with different citrus fruits, like lemons or grapefruits.


Xasan Xamuud
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These cookies are the perfect way to use up leftover oranges.


Tapos Kumar
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These cookies are now my new favorite.


Jaydyn Hoffman
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These cookies are so soft and chewy. They're the perfect comfort food.


Netty Mugwambani
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I love that these cookies are made with fresh oranges. It really gives them a bright and citrusy flavor.


Neil M
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These cookies are the perfect size for a snack or dessert. They're not too big, and they're not too small.


D D Parbes
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I love the way these cookies look. They're so festive and perfect for any occasion.


Jalen Howard
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These cookies are so light and airy. They just melt in your mouth.


Razwan Jani
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I've never had Italian knot cookies before, but these were amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.


Queen Lisa Allen Reese
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These cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and tangy. The orange flavor is really refreshing.


Turyatunga Peace
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I made these cookies for a potluck, and they were the first to go. Everyone loved them!


Bridget Khamadi
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These cookies are so easy to make, even for a beginner baker like me. They turned out perfectly, and they were a big hit with my friends.


Missir Khan
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I'm not usually a fan of orange-flavored desserts, but these cookies changed my mind. They're absolutely delicious.


aheya ahmed
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These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them. They're the perfect snack for any occasion.


M Munna
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I love the combination of orange and Italian seasoning in these cookies. They're the perfect balance of sweet and savory.


JONI Gaming YT
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I've made these cookies several times now, and they always turn out perfect. They're so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Call me Cultis
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These cookies were a hit with my family! They're so soft and fluffy, and the orange flavor is perfectly balanced. I'll definitely be making these again.