Orange Cookies (Grandma Shepard) Recipe

Name: Orange Cookies (Grandma Shepard)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup vegetable shortening solid, not liquid; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 2 cups sugar; 1 pinch salt; 2 large eggs; 1 teaspoons baking powder heaping; 1 cup sour milk; 4 cups flour, all-purpose; 1 medium oranges juice and grated rind; 1 tablespoon butter melted; 1 medium oranges juiced and grated rind; 3 cups powdered sugar

Servings: persons

1 cup vegetable shortening solid, not liquid
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups sugar
1 pinch salt
2 large eggs
1 teaspoons baking powder heaping
1 cup sour milk
4 cups flour, all-purpose
1 medium oranges juice and grated rind
1 tablespoon butter melted
1 medium oranges juiced and grated rind
3 cups powdered sugar

1
In a large mixing bowl, cream the Crisco and sugar until light and fluffy.
2
Add eggs slowly until blended well.
3
Add sour milk and orange juice.
4
(If sour milk is not available, mix 1 teaspoon vinegar with 1 cup milk.)
5
Separately, mix baking soda, salt, baking powder and flour.
6
Add mixture slowly to batter, mixing well.
7
Drop a heaping tablespoon for each cookie, onto a greased cookie sheet.
8
Bake at 350F (180C) F for 12 min.
9
Cool on a wire rack.
10
Should make about 3 dozen cookies.
11
For icing, put melted butter in bowl and add powdered sugar.
12
Mix together.
13
Add grated rind.
14
Slowly add orange juice until a very thick consistency is reached.
15
NOTE: for icing try 2 tablespoons softened butter 1 tablespoon grated orange peel 4 cups sifted confectioner's sugar 2 tablesppons orange juice.
16
In small bowl of electric mixer, combine all ingredients.
17
Beat at medium speed until smooth and easy to spread.
18
If too thick, add a little more orange juice.

1326

kcal

Calories

Fat

290

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup vegetable shortening solid, not liquid, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 2 cups sugar, 1 pinch salt, and more.

Yes, Orange Cookies (Grandma Shepard) 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.

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Orange Cookies (Grandma Shepard)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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