Indulge in the delightful flavors of "Orange Drop Cookies II," a delectable treat that promises to tantalize your taste buds with its zesty orange flavor and soft, chewy texture. These cookies are perfect for those who love a burst of citrusy goodness in their baked treats. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create these irresistible cookies that are sure to become a favorite among family and friends.
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ORANGE DROP COOKIES
From the 1963 Betty Crocker Cooky Book. These are a cake-like cookie. For variety, add 1/2 cup of chopped nuts, raisins or chocolate chips. I used chocolate chips because I enjoy the taste of chocolate and orange together.
Provided by CulinaryQueen
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 25m
Yield 48 cookies
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400F/200°C.
- Mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
- In another large mixing bowl, mix butter, sugar and egg thoroughly. Stir in orange juice and rind.
- Sift dry ingredients into wet ingredients and blend together.
- Drop rounded teaspoonfuls of dough about 2" apart on ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake 8-10 minutes or until delicately browned on edges.
- Remove from cookie sheets and cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65.1, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 11.2, Sodium 70.4, Carbohydrate 7.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 3.4, Protein 1
ORANGE DROP COOKIES II
These are from my Russian heritage and we use them for a Christmas treat.
Provided by Barb
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Eastern European Russian
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
- Mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir 1/2 cup orange juice and 1 teaspoon rind into the flour mixture.
- Cream shortening and white sugar together. Mix egg into the sugar mixture thoroughly. Slowly blend flour mixture into the egg and sugar mixture. Drop by teaspoonful onto greased cookie sheet.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
- Make the icing: Mix confectioner's sugar and 2 tablespoons butter together until smooth. Pour 2 tablespoons orange juice and 1 teaspoon orange rind into the sugar and butter mixture, mix well. When the cookies have cooled spread the icing generously over the tops of the cookies.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.2 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 13.7 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 126.6 mg, Sugar 22.2 g
ORANGE DROP COOKIES IV
Delicious cake-like cookies with orange frosting.
Provided by Cathy
Categories Desserts Cookies Drop Cookie Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 72
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, cream together the margarine, sugar and sour cream until smooth. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in 3 tablespoons orange zest. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; stir into the sugar mixture alternately with 2/3 cup orange juice. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. In a small bowl, stir together the melted margarine, confectioners' sugar and 1 tablespoon orange zest. Mix remaining orange juice in 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached. Spread over cooled cookies.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 92.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 79 mg, Sugar 7.7 g
ORANGE DROP COOKIES
Make and share this Orange Drop Cookies recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Dienia B.
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 43m
Yield 6 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- cream butter and sugar.
- add eggs
- add finely grated zest
- add vanilla
- beat all til fluffy
- sift dry ingredients
- add to creamed mixture alternalely with buttermilk.
- beating after each addition
- drop onto cookie sheet
- bake in 350 degree oven for 10 to 13 minutes
- while cookies are warm frost with icing
- mix icing all together.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1035.3, Fat 38.9, SaturatedFat 23.9, Cholesterol 159.8, Sodium 919.2, Carbohydrate 164.6, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 114.5, Protein 10.1
ORANGE DROP COOKIES
It's easy to whip up a batch of these cookies in no time. A friend shared the recipe with me years ago.-Lou Borcherding, Dodgeville, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 5 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, eggs, oil, orange zest and extract. Fold in coconut. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. , Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until bottoms are golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool. In a small bowl, combine icing ingredients until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cookies.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
FROSTED ORANGE COOKIES
"I remember my dad making a big batch of these citrus cookies when I was growing up," writes Tammie Young from Mattoon, Illinois. "They're very moist and have a wonderful old-fashioned taste."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield about 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- With a sharp knife, score each orange into quarters; remove peel. Use knife to remove white pith from peel and fruit; discard. Quarter oranges and place in a blender. Add peel; cover and process until smooth (mixture should measure 3/4 cup)., In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in milk and 6 tablespoons orange mixture. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture until blended. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 10-13 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool., For frosting, in a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, butter and enough of the remaining orange mixture to achieve spreading consistency. Frost cookies.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh orange zest for the best flavor.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, and beat well after each addition.
- Stir in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets.
- Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Orange drop cookies are a classic cookie recipe that is easy to make and always a hit. These cookies are soft and chewy, with a sweet orange flavor. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual gathering to a holiday party. With their bright orange color and delicious taste, orange drop cookies are sure to be a favorite of everyone who tries them.
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