Nanny's Currant Cookies – a delicious recipe with shortening, sugar, egg, vanilla, flour, baking powder. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Baking & Desserts
Servings:persons
1
Cream together the shortening and sugar.
2
Add egg and vanilla.
3
In separate bowl sift together 1 cup flour, baking powder, and salt.
4
Add to creamed mixture.
5
It will be probably be fairly sticky.
6
Using food processor or blender (or chopper) chop up the currants.
7
You will know it's ready when it appears to be just a large sticky ball.
8
Chop walnuts into very fine pieces.
9
and then add both to mixture and mix well.
10
add remaining flour as needed to the batter to make a stiffer consistency for rolling the cookies.
11
(might be easier to put flour on surface and knead into batter).
12
pat down with hands, and then roll out for use with cookie cutters, flouring surfaces and roller.
13
bake at 375 degrees for 7 minutes.
644
kcal
Calories
22
g
Fat
101
g
Carbs
14
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 9 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup shortening, 1 cup sugar, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and more.
Yes, Nanny's Currant 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.
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