Sunday Share: Frosted Orange Cookies

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My mom used to make orange cookies that I loved. Mmmmmm….just thinking about them reminds me of when I was little. They are different from most cookies and perfect for spring. I ran out of time this week to take a new picture- promise I will do that soon. For now, don’t judge these yummy cookies on a crummy picture.
I found this recipe at Recipezaar.

Frosted Orange Cookies

1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup shortening
2 eggs, beaten
1 (8 ounce) carton sour cream
2 tablespoons grated orange rind
3 tablespoons orange juice
4 cups all-purpose flour, plus
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl; beat until smooth and creamy.
Add orange rind and juice; beat well.
Combine flour, baking powder, soda, and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture, beating well.
Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets; bake at 350 degrees for 14-16 minutes or until edges just begin to brown.
Cool on wire racks.
Spread tops of cookies with orange glaze.

Orange Glaze

1 (16 ounce) package powdered sugar, sifted
2 tablespoons grated orange rind
5 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Combine all ingredients; beat until smooth.

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