Glazed Orange Spice Cookies

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, and salt. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins In a large bowl, beat the shortening and butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add the granulated sugar and beat until well combined. Mix in the chopped almonds and orange zest. (7 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Lightly flour a clean surface. Roll the cookie dough into a rectangle approximately 13 inches long. Use a fluted pastry wheel or a sharp knife to cut the dough into 3 1/2-inch rectangles. Place the cookies on an ungreased baking sheet. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 12 mins Bake in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned. (12 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Let the cookies cool slightly on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a medium bowl, combine the sifted confectioners' sugar, orange marmalade, and orange juice. Stir until smooth. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Once the cookies are completely cool, spread the glaze evenly over each cookie. Garnish with sliced almonds, if desired. Allow the glaze to set before serving. (10 minutes)