Frosted Orange Cookies

Vegetarian
Frosted Orange Cookies
40 min.
48
85kcal

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Indulge your senses with these delightful Frosted Orange Cookies, a perfect treat for any dessert lover! Bursting with the vibrant flavor of fresh navel oranges, these cookies are not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight with their sweet, creamy frosting. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, these cookies are sure to impress.

What makes these cookies truly special is their unique combination of zesty orange and buttery goodness. The use of butter-flavored shortening ensures a rich texture, while the addition of milk keeps them soft and chewy. Each bite offers a harmonious balance of sweetness and citrus, making them a refreshing alternative to traditional cookies.

Ready in just 40 minutes and yielding 48 servings, these Frosted Orange Cookies are perfect for sharing with family and friends. With only 85 calories per cookie, you can enjoy them guilt-free! The simple preparation process allows even novice bakers to create these delicious treats with ease. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible cookies that will brighten up any occasion!

Ingredients

  • medium navel oranges 
  • 0.5 cup butter flavor shortening 
  • cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 2.5 cups powdered sugar 
  • tablespoon butter melted

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • blender

Directions

  1. With a sharp knife, score each orange into quarters; remove peel. Use knife to remove white pith from peel and fruit; discard. Quarter oranges and place in a blender.
  2. Add peel; cover and process until smooth (mixture should measure 3/4 cup).
  3. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in milk and 6 tablespoons orange mixture.
  4. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture until blended.
  5. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets.
  6. Bake at 350° for 10-13 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned.
  7. Remove to wire racks to cool.
  8. For frosting, in a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar, butter and enough of the remaining orange mixture to achieve spreading consistency. Frost cookies.

Nutrition Facts

Calories85kcal
Protein3.13%
Fat26.32%
Carbs70.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.77
Glycemic Load
5.85
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.2773912931266%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
1.28mg
Naringenin
0.41mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:84.71kcal
4.24%
Fat:2.53g
3.89%
Saturated Fat:0.74g
4.63%
Carbohydrates:15.24g
5.08%
Net Carbohydrates:14.97g
5.44%
Sugar:10.9g
12.11%
Cholesterol:0.93mg
0.31%
Sodium:47.71mg
2.07%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.68g
1.35%
Vitamin C:3.45mg
4.18%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.11%
Folate:11.52µg
2.88%
Selenium:1.88µg
2.69%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
2.02%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.89%
Vitamin B3:0.34mg
1.68%
Iron:0.27mg
1.48%
Calcium:11.52mg
1.15%
Phosphorus:11.43mg
1.14%
Vitamin K:1.18µg
1.12%
Fiber:0.27g
1.08%
Vitamin E:0.15mg
1.01%