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sondra's orange slice cookies

Recipe by
Mary Terrell
Warren, TX

Sondra's Mother made these cookies every holiday. Sondra continues the tradition for her family.

yield serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For sondra's orange slice cookies

  • 2 c
    cornflakes or 1/2 c crumbs
  • 2 c
    flour
  • 1 tsp
    baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp
    baking powder
  • 1/2 c
    shortening
  • 1 1/2 c
    brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 2
    eggs
  • 1 lb
    orange slice candy
  • 1/2 c
    coconut or finely chopped nuts

How To Make sondra's orange slice cookies

  • 1
    Divide flour. Thinly slice orange candies into 1/2 of the flour. And set aside. Finely crush cornflakes and mix with remaining flour. Add baking soda and baking powder and stir well. Cream shortening and brown sugar, add eggs 1 at a time and cream well. Stir in flour and cornflake mixture. Stir in candy and coconut or nuts.
  • 2
    Roll into balls or drop by spoonful 1 1/2 to 2 inches apart onto lightly greased cookie sheet.
  • 3
    Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.
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