CHOCOLATE COATED ORANGE COOKIES

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With orange peel and extract, these tender cookies are bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Dipping them in chocolate adds a special touch.-Joanne Burkert, Beecher, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon orange extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
6 ounces dark chocolate candy coating
1/2 cup chopped almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in orange zest and extract. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well., Divide dough into 36 pieces; shape each into a 2-1/2-in. rope. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes or until set. Cool 2 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., In a microwave, melt candy coating; stir until smooth. Dip ends of cookies in coating; allow excess to drip off. Sprinkle with almonds. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Jolan Ferrao
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I love these cookies! They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfect. The orange and chocolate flavors are a great combination, and the cookies are always soft and chewy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sunny Chaudhary
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These cookies were delicious! The orange flavor was subtle and refreshing, and the chocolate coating was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making these cookies again.


Sawmil Magar
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I've made these cookies several times now, and they're always a hit! The orange and chocolate flavors are a perfect combination, and the cookies are always soft and chewy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Cpt Mo
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These cookies were a bit of a disappointment. The orange flavor was barely noticeable, and the chocolate coating was too thick and overpowering. I would not recommend this recipe.


Navaraj Pakur
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I'm always looking for new cookie recipes to try, and this one definitely caught my eye. The combination of chocolate and orange sounded intriguing, and I was curious to see how it would turn out. I'm happy to report that these cookies did not disapp


Jskkhgj Ffgukmy
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These cookies were easy to make and turned out perfectly! The orange zest added a delicious citrus flavor, and the chocolate coating was rich and decadent. I will definitely be making these cookies again soon.


Tasneem Wentzel
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I'm not a big fan of orange-flavored desserts, but I decided to give this recipe a try anyway. I was pleasantly surprised! The orange flavor was not overpowering, and the chocolate coating really made the cookies special. I would definitely make thes


Ms Amena
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a huge success! They sold out within minutes. I think the combination of chocolate and orange is a real winner.


Vanessa Marufu
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These cookies were a huge hit at my holiday party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the festive appearance. I will definitely be making these cookies again for my next party.


Rana Hamid ali
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I had some trouble getting the chocolate coating to set properly. The cookies ended up looking a bit messy, but they still tasted great. I think I might try melting the chocolate in a double boiler next time to get a smoother result.


FuzeFitness With Natalie
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still enjoyable. The orange flavor was subtle, and the chocolate coating was rich and creamy. I think I would reduce the amount of sugar in the recipe next time I make them.


Lena Brankovic
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. With just a few basic ingredients, I was able to create a delicious and festive cookie. The orange zest added a wonderful burst of flavor, and the chocolate coating gave the cookies a decadent finish. I will defi


MariTere Cantu
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These chocolate-coated orange cookies were a delightful treat! The combination of rich chocolate and zesty orange was perfectly balanced, and the cookies had a lovely soft and chewy texture. I followed the recipe exactly and found it very easy to fol