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orange walnut cookies

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Barbie Dombroski
Murrysville, PA

These are one of my family's favorite cookies, and mine as well. I have been making these for over 20 yrs now and are still requested for all gatherings. The texture is delicate & delicious, and the orange flavoring makes these scrumptious. Once you try them, they just might be one of yours too.. They will melt in your mouth! A hot cup of tea goes great with them. You can even custom them by adding some of your favorite ingredients! I personally like them just the way they are....

(1 rating)
yield 6 dz, depending on size, I use large cookie scoop
prep time 45 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For orange walnut cookies

  • 1 c
    powered sugar
  • 1 c
    white sugar
  • 1 c
    margerine
  • 1 c
    vegetable oil
  • 2
    eggs beaten
  • 2 tsp
    orange extract
  • 2 tsp
    orange peel
  • 4 1/2 c
    flour, plus 2 tbsp
  • 1 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1 tsp
    cream of tarter
  • 1 c
    chopped walnuts

How To Make orange walnut cookies

  • 1
    In large bowl, add margerine, powdered sugar, white sugar, vegetable oil, orange flavoring, beaten eggs, orange peel, and nuts. Mix well.
  • 2
    In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, cream of tarter and salt. Add dry ingredients into wet mixture, mix well. Chill dough for several hours.
  • 3
    I use a cookie scoop to make cookies, then roll into balls, press down gently to flaten. Bake @ 370 degrees for 12 - 15 minutes, just until light brown. Do not over bake! This is a large recipe and can be cut in half if desired. Cookies are delicate and delicious...ENJOY!
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