ORANGE MACADAMIA NUT COOKIES

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A delightful delicate orange flavor in the cookie and frosting in these treats is unexpected. It pairs nicely with the macadamia nuts for a fun tropical flair. I know you'll enjoy these.-Laura Oslon, Manchester, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 large egg yolk
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup macadamia nuts or blanched almonds
FROSTING:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
4 teaspoons butter, softened
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolk, orange juice and zest. Combine flour and cornstarch; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in nuts. , Roll into 1-1/4-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Gently flatten with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until edges begin to brown. Remove to wire racks to cool completely. , Combine frosting ingredients in a bowl; beat until smooth. Frost cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

JubayerahmedBBD
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These cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the combination of orange and macadamia nuts.


Kumara Jayasinha
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These cookies are a great way to use up leftover orange zest. I always have some on hand after making orange juice.


Essa Rajpoot
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I've made these cookies several times and they always turn out perfect. They're a family favorite.


Sunshine YouTube
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These cookies are perfect for a quick and easy dessert. They're also great for packing in lunches.


Anwar Zahir
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I made these cookies for a potluck and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!


Roxy Torres
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These cookies are dangerously addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Jelilat Ifeoluwa
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I love that these cookies are made with real orange zest. It gives them such a bright and citrusy flavor.


Broddie Botes
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These are the best orange macadamia nut cookies I've ever had! The orange flavor is so refreshing and the macadamia nuts add a nice crunch.


Ssenyondo Joseph
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These cookies are perfect for any occasion. I've made them for parties, bake sales, and even as gifts. They're always a hit!


Koketso Lee Malungane
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I've tried many different orange macadamia nut cookie recipes, but this one is by far the best. The cookies are soft and chewy, with just the right amount of orange flavor.


Favour Kossy
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These cookies are so easy to make, even my kids can help. We love spending time in the kitchen together baking these cookies.


Braylin Ward
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I'm not usually a fan of orange-flavored desserts, but these cookies changed my mind. The orange flavor is subtle and perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the cookie.


Leon Markmañ
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These cookies are a hit with my family and friends. They're always the first to go at potlucks and parties.


Tanjila Aktar Munmun
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the cookies turn out great every time.


Naylah Torres
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These cookies are absolutely delicious! The orange and macadamia nuts are a perfect combination, and the cookies are soft and chewy. I will definitely be making these again.


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