Orange-Cinnamon Sugar Cookies

Try out different decorating ideas on these orange flavored cookies - a wonderful treat. ...MORE+ LESS-

1 1/4

cups powdered sugar

cup margarine or butter, softened

1 1/2

teaspoons grated orange peel

egg

2 1/2

cups all purpose or unbleached flour

teaspoon baking soda

teaspoon cream of tartar

1/2

teaspoon cinnamon

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1

In large bowl, combine powdered sugar and margarine; beat until light and fluffy. Add orange peel and egg; blend well.
2

Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off. Stir in flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and cinnamon; mix well. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate 1 hour for easier handling.
3

Heat oven to 375°F. On lightly floured surface, roll out 1/3 of dough at a time to 1/8-inch thickness. Keep remaining dough refrigerated. Cut with floured 2-inch cookie cutter. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
4

Bake at 375°F. for 6 to 9 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Immediately remove from cookie sheets. Cool 5 minutes or until completely cooled. Decorate as desired.