ORANGE PISTACHIO COOKIES

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I had never tried pistachios until I visited a friend who served me these cookies. I was in love! I made the recipe my own, and now my family can't get enough of them. -Lorraine Caland, Shuniah, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup pistachios, toasted and finely chopped
ICING:
2-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon butter, melted
Additional pistachios, toasted and finely chopped, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg, orange zest and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour and cornstarch; gradually beat into creamed mixture., Divide dough in half. Roughly shape each portion into a 7-in. roll along the long end of a 14x8-in. sheet of waxed paper. Tightly roll waxed paper over dough, using the waxed paper to mold the dough into a smooth roll. Place waxed paper-covered roll in an airtight container; freeze 30 minutes or until firm, or refrigerate overnight. , Preheat oven to 350°. Sprinkle pistachios on a rimmed baking sheet. Unwrap and roll each roll of dough in pistachios. Cut dough crosswise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1/2 in. apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Bake 6-8 minutes or until bottoms are light brown. Cool slightly on pan. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, orange juice and butter until smooth. Spread over cookies. If desired, sprinkle with additional pistachios. Let stand until set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 27mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Md Rahman
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Overall, these cookies are a great recipe. They're easy to make, delicious, and look beautiful. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a new cookie recipe.


Caroline
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These cookies are a bit crumbly, but they're still very tasty. I would recommend serving them with a glass of milk or coffee.


Cabdi Waasac
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I love the orange glaze on these cookies. It gives them a beautiful shine and a delicious citrus flavor.


Salman Fantar
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These cookies are a great gift for friends and family. They're always a hit!


Cipriani King's
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I've tried several recipes for orange pistachio cookies, and this one is by far the best. The cookies are perfectly chewy and the orange and pistachio flavors are well-balanced.


Azlan Samran
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These cookies are a bit sweet for my taste, but they're still very good. I would recommend reducing the amount of sugar in the recipe.


Zarawar Khan
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I made these cookies for my husband's birthday and he loved them. He said they were the best cookies he's ever had.


MD naim uddin Ador
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These cookies are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so delicious and they always impress my guests.


Ezaj Khan
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I love the combination of orange and pistachio in these cookies. They're a unique and delicious treat.


mata cacat
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover oranges. They're also a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen.


Melik williams
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I've made these cookies several times and they always turn out perfect. They're a favorite of my friends and family.


Ronwe TheFallen
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These cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're delicious, easy to make, and look beautiful.


bymbajargal tseveen
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I'm not a big fan of oranges, but I loved these cookies. The orange flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


Hiya Aktar
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These cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing. I love the orange flavor and the pistachios give them a nice texture.


Shahjehan Prince
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I made these cookies for a holiday party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


chaiter hocine
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These cookies were a hit with my family! They're the perfect combination of sweet and tangy, and the pistachios add a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making these again.