These mouth-watering orange slice cookies are a perfect treat for any occasion. The zesty orange flavor combined with a chewy cookie base will leave you craving for more. With a prep time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for all cookie lovers.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 cup chopped orange slices
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla.
- Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Stir in walnuts and orange slices.
- Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool on wire racks before serving.
Interesting Facts
Orange slice cookies are a popular holiday treat in many American households.
The combination of citrusy orange and crunchy walnuts makes these cookies a unique and delicious dessert.
You can customize this recipe by adding chocolate chips or dried cranberries for extra flavor.