Ingredients

The following ingredients have 30 Servings
  • 1 cup vegetable shortening or lard
  • 1-1/2 cups granulated sugar, plus additional sugar for sprinkling
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon lemon extract
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cream shortening; add the sugar a little at a time, beating until light and fluffy.
  • Add eggs and flavorings; beat well.
  • Combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Add to creamed mixture and mix well.
  • Using a small scoop, place scoops of dough on a greased or parchment paper lined cookie sheet and sprinkle lightly with sugar.
  • Bake, in batches if necessary, at 375 degrees F for 10 to 12 minutes per batch, or until edges lightly brown.
  • Let cool for a few minutes on the pan and transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling.