RFCJ RECIPE ARCHIVE
Posted by : Lita Lotzkar Orange Butter Cookies - dairy
Makes 2 dozen 8 ounces (2 sticks) butter, softened 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. orange zest 2/3 cup sugar 2 large eggs at room temperature 1-1/2 cups cake flour 1/4 tsp. salt Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large work bowl, cream together the butter, vanilla and zest. Slowly pour in the sugar, beating all the while. Add one egg and beat to incorporate, then add the second egg, and beat to incorporate. Into a separate bowl, sift together the flour and salt. Add to the butter mixture and stir until thoroughly ncorporated. Onto a nonstick baking sheet, spoon 1 teaspoon of batter at a time. The cookies should be 2 inches apart. Bake for 7 to 9 minutes, or until golden.
