Orange-Almond Cookies Recipe

Name: Orange-Almond Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cookies; 1 cup butter, softened; 1/2 cup powdered sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest; 1 teaspoon almond extract; 2 1/4 cups flour; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup finely chopped slivered almonds; Glaze; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract; 4 -5 teaspoons water; Topping; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 teaspoons orange zest

Servings: persons

Cookies
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 1/4 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely chopped slivered almonds
Glaze
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons almond extract
4 -5 teaspoons water
Topping
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons orange zest

1
Heat oven to 400. In medium bowl, beat butter, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1 1/2 t. orange peel and 1 t. almond extract with mixer on medium speed until smooth. Beat in flour, salt and almonds until well blended.
2
Shape dough into 1 inch balls. On ungreased cookie sheet, place balls 1 inch apart. Bake 7-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheets to wire racks. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
3
In small bowl, stir all glaze ingredients, adding enough water to make a pouring consistency. In another small bowl, mix topping ingredients. Dip tops of cookies in glaze, then sprinkle with topping. Place cookies in miniature paper baking cups if desired.

1057

kcal

Calories

Fat

130

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cookies, 1 cup butter, softened, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons orange zest, and more.

Yes, Orange-Almond Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Orange-Almond Cookies

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