Homemade Lady Fingers

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease and flour 2 baking sheets with 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons of flour.

2. 2

   Mark parallel lines in the flour across the width of the tray about 4 inches apart.

3. 3

   Put the eggs and sugar in a large mixing bowl, and with an electric mixer fitted with a wire whisk beat on medium-high speed until the mixture is pale yellow, thick, and has tripled in volume, about 8 minutes, using the mixer.

4. 4

   Add the egg whites, remaining 3/4 cup flour, salt and vanilla, fold to mix thoroughly so the mixture is smooth.

5. 5

   Fill a large pastry bag with a 3/4-inch plain tube with the mixture.

6. 6

   Pipe fingers about 4 1/2-inches in length on to the baking sheet, using the lines as a guide.

7. 7

   Dust the ladyfingers with powdered sugar.

8. 8

   Bake until for 15 to 18 minutes, or until just firm on the outside and soft in the center

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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