Glazed Orange Cookies
Description
Homemade baked treats for tea. The citrus delight of dough with orange zest, covered with a bright glaze, will win over not only your family but also any unexpected guests.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Grease the baking sheets. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
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Step 2
2. In a large bowl, mix sugar, shortening, eggs, and sour cream. Beat until the mixture becomes smooth and reaches a consistency similar to sour cream. Add 2 tablespoons of zest and 1/4 cup of orange juice; beat well. Set aside.
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Step 3
3. In another container, mix both types of flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; gradually add the mixture to the previous one set aside, and whisk until everything is well combined.
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Step 4
4. Place the dough onto the prepared baking sheets using a heaping teaspoon, spacing them about 5 cm apart. Bake for 14 to 16 minutes, or until the edges begin to brown. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and let them cool.
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Step 5
5. In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, the remaining zest and juice, vanilla, and water, whisking until the mixture becomes smooth. Decorate the cooled cookies with the glaze.