Brown Sugar Cookies (German) Recipe

Name: Brown Sugar Cookies (German)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, firmly packed; 2/3 cup shortening; 2 eggs; 2 tablespoons milk; 1 tablespoon orange rind, grated; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground; 1/2 teaspoon clove, ground; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 cups flour; 1 cup raisins; 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups brown sugar, firmly packed
2/3 cup shortening
2 eggs
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon orange rind, grated
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
1/2 teaspoon clove, ground
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups flour
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
In a medium mixing bowl, cream together sugar and shortening until light and fluffy.
3
Beat in eggs, milk and orange rind.
4
Stir together baking powder, spices, salt and flour; mix into sugar mixture.
5
Stir in raisins and nuts (optional).
6
Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets.
7
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until done.
8
Remove from baking sheets to wire rack and cool.
9
Store in airtight tins.

711

kcal

Calories

Fat

132

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups brown sugar, firmly packed, 2/3 cup shortening, 2 eggs, 2 tablespoons milk, and more.

Yes, Brown Sugar Cookies (German) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Brown Sugar Cookies (German)

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