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Makes about 2 Dozen Cookies 1 cup Butter Flavor Crisco all-vegetable shortening or 1 Butter Flavor Crisco stick 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 2 teaspoons orange extract 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 1 bar (7 ounces) dark chocolate ,cut into 1/4 inch pieces 1 cup milk chocolate chips 1/2 cup flake coconut 1/3 cup coarsely chopped macadamia nuts 1/4 cup grated orange peel (about 2 small oranges) spooned lightly into cup Heat oven to 350ºF. Combine Butter Flavor Crisco, brown sugar and granulated sugar in large bowl. Beat at medium speed of electric mixer until well blended. Beat in egg and orange extract. Combine flour, baking soda and salt. Add gradually to creamed mixture at low speed. Beat until well blended. Stir in dark chocolate pieces, chocolate chips, coconut, nuts and orange peel with spoon. Shape dough into 1-1/2-inch balls. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350ºF for 14 to 16 minutes or until golden brown and just set. Remove to foil. |
