Orange Frosted Cookies Recipe

Name: Orange Frosted Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups (475 ml) sugar; 1 cup (225 ml) shortening; 2 eggs; 1 cup (225 ml) sour cream; 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla; 5 cups (1175 ml) flour; 2 tsp (10 ml) baking powder; 1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda; 1 tsp (5 ml) salt; 3/4 cup (175 ml) orange juice concentrate, thawed; 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh orange zest; 1/2 tsp (2 ml) orange rind; 2 tbsp (30 ml) orange juice concentrate, thawed; 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla; 4 tbsp (60 ml) butter or margarine, melted; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) confectioners' sugar

Servings: persons

2 cups (475 ml) sugar
1 cup (225 ml) shortening
2 eggs
1 cup (225 ml) sour cream
1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla
5 cups (1175 ml) flour
2 tsp (10 ml) baking powder
1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda
1 tsp (5 ml) salt
3/4 cup (175 ml) orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh orange zest
1/2 tsp (2 ml) orange rind
2 tbsp (30 ml) orange juice concentrate, thawed
1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla
4 tbsp (60 ml) butter or margarine, melted
1-1/2 cups (350 ml) confectioners' sugar

1
Cream sugar and shortening.
2
Add eggs and stir.
3
Stir in sour cream and 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla.
4
Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5
Gradually add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and stir well.
6
Add 3/4 cup (175 ml) orange juice concentrate and 2 tbsp (30 ml) orange rind.
7
Drop onto greased cookie sheets by tspfuls.
8
Bake at 375 degrees (200 C.) F for about 10 minutes.
9
Frost cookies when they are cool.
10
To make frosting, mix the remaining ingredients together.

1355

kcal

Calories

Fat

251

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups (475 ml) sugar, 1 cup (225 ml) shortening, 2 eggs, 1 cup (225 ml) sour cream, and more.

Yes, Orange Frosted 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Orange Frosted Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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