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Orange-Cranberry Oatmeal Crisps

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Submitted by: mshivers60

 

Rolled oats, chopped dried cranberries and pecans, plus a little orange juice, make these crisp cookies a nice addition to the autumn season.
 

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup vegetable shortening
  • 1 cup light brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 3 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
  • 1 cup chopped dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

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Method

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a large cookie sheet with non-stick cooking spray. In a large mixing bowl cream together shortening and sugars on medium speed. Beat in egg, orange juice, and vanilla. Sift soda, flour and salt together in a medium bowl. Gradually beat into first mixture. Stir in oats, cranberries, and pecans. Chill for one hour. Roll into 1-inch balls. Place 2-inches apart on prepared cookie sheet. Flatten slightly. Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before removing from cookie sheet.

 

Notes: These delicious cookies are a perfect addition to any holiday meal or gathering.

 

Number of Servings: 3-4 dozen

 

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