Lemon Sugar Cookies Recipe

Name: Lemon Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cups Shortening; 2 whole Eggs; 2-1/2 teaspoons Grated Lemon Rind; 2 cups Flour; 1 cup Sugar; 1 teaspoon Baking Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice; Sugar Lightly Spiced With Nutmeg

Servings: persons

1/2 cups Shortening
2 whole Eggs
2-1/2 teaspoons Grated Lemon Rind
2 cups Flour
1 cup Sugar
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoons Nutmeg
1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoons Salt
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
Sugar Lightly Spiced With Nutmeg

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Note: This batch makes 3 1/2 dozen cookies.
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1. Combine and beat thoroughly shortening to eggs.
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2. Sift dry ingredients together and add to the shortening and egg mixture.
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3. Add in lemon juice and mix well.
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4. Measure by level TBLSPs onto greased cookie sheet.
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5. Flatten the drop of dough with the bottom of a glass which has been covered by a damp cloth.
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6. Sprinkle lightly with nutmeg sugar and Bake 10-12 minutes in 375 degree oven.
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500

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cups Shortening, 2 whole Eggs, 2-1/2 teaspoons Grated Lemon Rind, 2 cups Flour, and more.

Yes, Lemon Sugar Cookies 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.

Lemon Sugar Cookies

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