Reviewed: Feb. 8, 2007

After reading other reviews about how the cookies spread out strangely, I made the dough into small balls and cooked them in batches of 6 as I tested sizes, I made the balls of dough slightly bigger until they were at a decent size and I could start with larger batches. My husband took them to work for his coworkers (along with Mrs. Siggs Snickerdoodles) and they were an absolute hit. They were thick and moist as some reviewers complained (personally I rather liked it, it was a nice change from the other Christmas cookies I made this year), but the frosting was a very nice touch (and very pretty as well!). I also followed another reviewer's advice and did not mix the zest in with the frosting but sprinkled it on after I had frosted the cookies: it made a very pretty and colorful presentation. I will definitely be making these again.

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Erin

Reviewed: Dec. 19, 2006

After reading other reviews that stated that the cookies would run all over the cookie pan I decided to make a few changes to mine. In my cookies I added a half-a-cup more flour, refrigerated the dough overnight (just like a sugar cookie) and then baked them in a greased muffin pan. They came out looking just like the Allrecipes picture above. Just make sure you don't put too much dough in each muffin tin or they will come out more like short muffins than like a cookie (since they are cake-like).

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Aubrey

Reviewed: Jan. 19, 2011

I added 1 tsp of orange extract to the batter which gave it more orange flavor. Also, keep in mind that if you substitute butter or margarine for the shortening, it will "melt" differently than if you use shortening. I used shortening and they came out fine.

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happycooker

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Willingboro, New Jersey, USA

Living In: Cherry Hill, New Jersey, USA

Reviewed: Feb. 22, 2002

These cookies were a great addition to my Christmas assortment. The frosting is the perfect combination of sweet & tart! They're a little unusual but highly recommended.

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JLD114

Reviewed: Dec. 14, 2001

This recipe is fabulous! Very easy and tastes wonderful!! Highly recommend.

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DCSAVOY

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Marriottsville, Maryland, USA

Reviewed: Jan. 31, 2008

I used to make these all the time and couldn't find my cookbook with my tried and true recipe. So glad I found this one! I did add an extra half cup of flour due to other reviews. Cookies came out perfect and the icing is awesome. Next time I'll be sure and double the recipe. I highly recommend this one!

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Kristina

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Merritt Island, Florida, USA

Living In: Saint Cloud, Florida, USA

Reviewed: Sep. 11, 2004

These cookies are great! I tried making them with orange pineapple juice and they came out very delicious.

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VERULA

Reviewed: Dec. 9, 2007

These cookies are very good! I made half batch like suggested, then with the second half I added some chocolate chips. Both ways are awesome! However, these cookies do run all over the pan so next time I make them I will add more flour.

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kristengenell

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Columbia, Missouri, USA

Reviewed: Dec. 20, 2006

The cookies came out tasty. They're soft inside - like little orange cakes in a cookie crust. I made them with margarine, not having shortening, and fearing that they would spread out too much if I used butter. Also, to ensure against "melt down" I used a bit less baking soda and baking powder than the recipe calls for. The icing is a bit sweet for me, so the second batch went without, instead i left it longer in the oven, until it browned, they became a bit crispier on the outside.

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Tamar Shen-Orr

Reviewed: Dec. 17, 2002

Barb, Thank you for submitting your recipe on the Orange drop cookies. I looked everywhere for a recipe. In old recipe books, but there where none to be found.I made them and they are great. It's an easy recipe to follow and a pleasure to make. Thanks, Nancy

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