Mrs. Rubenstein's Snowflake Cookies

1. 1

   In a small bowl with a fork stir together the confectioners' sugar and the cinnamon until the mixture is combined well.

2. 2

   In a bowl with a fork blend the flour, the eggs, the granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt until the mixture forms a dough.

3. 3

   On a lightly floured surface knead the dough until it is soft and elastic, roll it out slightly less than 1/4 inch thick, and cut into 2-inch squares.

4. 4

   Make a 1-inch slit through the center of each square and pull one corner of the square through the slit.

5. 5

   In a heavy kettle heat 3 inches of the oil until it registers 375F.

6. 6

   on a deep-fat thermometer and in it fry the cookies in batches for 1 minute on each side, or until they are pale golden.

7. 7

   Transfer the cookies as they are fried with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain and, while they are still warm, sprinkle them with the cinnamon sugar.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.