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Easy Christmas Cookies with Orange Juice: The Secret to Joyful Baking

Easy Christmas Cookies with Orange Juice
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Delight in the festive joy of baking with these Easy Christmas Cookies made with fresh orange juice, perfect for holiday celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the orange juice, vanilla extract, and orange zest, and mix well.
  4. Gradually blend in the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Roll dough into balls and place on ungreased cookie sheets.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  7. Let cool before icing with a mixture of powdered sugar and orange juice.

Notes

  • For a festive touch, consider adding colored sprinkles on top of the icing.
  • These cookies can be made ahead of time and stored for later enjoyment.

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Keywords: Easy Christmas Cookies, Orange Juice Cookies, Holiday Baking, Festive Cookies

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