Embrace the delightful fusion of zesty orange and nutty almond flavors in the creation of delectable Orange Almond Lace Cookies. These cookies will take you on a culinary journey, offering a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Picture delicate lace-like cookies, adorned with crispy edges and a tender crumb. The burst of citrus from the oranges harmonizes perfectly with the subtle sweetness of almonds, resulting in a treat that is both refreshing and comforting. As you savor each bite, you'll be transported to a world of culinary bliss, where the essence of citrus groves and almond orchards intertwine.
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ORANGE-ALMOND LACE COOKIES
Categories Cookies Citrus Egg Nut Dessert Bake Christmas Orange Almond Winter Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Line large baking sheet with parchment paper. Stir 3/4 cup butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat until melted. Remove from heat. Stir in nuts, sugar, flour, orange peel and salt; then stir in egg. Drop some batter by generous tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 3 inches apart (cookies will spread).
- Bake cookies until lacy and golden brown, about 15 minutes. Gently slide parchment paper with cookies onto rack; cool completely. Transfer cookies to paper towels. Repeat with remaining batter, lining cooled baking sheet with clean parchment for each batch. (Can be made ahead. Store between sheets of waxed paper in airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week or freeze up to 1 month.)
ORANGE-ALMOND LACE COOKIES
The egg makes these a little less delicate (and less likely to break) than traditional lace cookies. Arrange them in a decorative box or tin lined with festive tissue paper, then secure the package with a fancy bow. From Bon Appetit
Provided by Bev I Am
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 45m
Yield 24 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Line large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Stir 3/4 cup butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium-low heat until melted.
- Remove from heat.
- Stir in nuts, sugar, flour, orange peel and salt; then stir in egg.
- Drop some batter by generous tablespoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet, spacing 3 inches apart (cookies will spread).
- Bake cookies until lacy and golden brown, about 15 minutes.
- Gently slide parchment paper with cookies onto rack; cool completely.
- Transfer cookies to paper towels.
- Repeat with remaining batter, lining cooled baking sheet with clean parchment for each batch.
- (Can be made ahead. Store between sheets of waxed paper in airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week or freeze up to 1 month.).
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh orange zest and almond extract.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter, as this will make the cookies tough.
- If you don't have a pastry bag, you can use a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off to pipe the batter.
- Bake the cookies until they are just set, as they will continue to cook as they cool.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
Conclusion:
These orange almond lace cookies are a delicious and festive treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. With their delicate lace-like texture and citrusy almond flavor, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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