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Paradise and Pennant Candied Fruit

Lemon-Orange Butter Cookies with Orange Glaze

These citrusy cookies are like having sunshine in your mouth. Light, fluffy and bursting with candied lemon and orange peel, they are a winner on their own, but add the orange glaze to elevate this cookie to new heights. You’ll be tempted to keep these all to yourself, but don’t be stingy. They are perfect for baby and bridal showers, holiday parties, or any special event. The recipe is easy to make and can be doubled for sharing.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup softened butter
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 tsp. baking powder
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/3 cup milk
• 2 Tbsp. Paradise orange peel
• 2 Tbsp. Paradise lemon peel

Orange Glaze

• 2 Tbsp. softened butter
• 1 Tbsp. orange juice
• 3/4 cup powdered sugar

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line two cookie sheets parchment paper; set aside.

Beat the butter and sugar in a large bowl using an electric mixer about 2 minutes or until light and fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla and beat until well blended.

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