WHEN LOOKING THROUGH A COOKBOOK OF OLD WRITTEN RECIPES FROM MY HUSBANDS FAMILY, WE CAME ACROSS AMMONIA COOKIES. ALL I COULD THINK OF IS GROSS AND WHAT IN THE WORLD ARE PEOPLE THINKING USING AMMONIA. WOULDN'T THAT MAKE A PERSON SICK? WHAT I DIDN'T REALIZE IS THAT AMMONIA CARBONATE IS A BAKERS INGREDIENT. I HAVE NEVER MADE...
Provided by Kimi Gaines
Categories Cookies
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. PREHEAT OVEN TO 350F. GREASE COOKIE SHEETS.
- 2. IN A LARGE BOWL, CREAM TOGETHER THE WHITE SUGAR AND BUTTER TILL SMOOTH. BEAT IN EGGS ONE AT A TIME, THEN STIR IN THE SOUR CREAM, MILK AND PEPPERMINT EXTRACT. COMBINE THE SALT AND BAKER'S AMMONIA WITH 2 CUPS OF FLOUR AND BLEND INTO MIXTURE. GRADUALLY ADD MORE FLOUR TO MAKE DOUGH STIFF. LEAVE THE DOUGH SOFT FOR SOFT COOKIES OR ADD MORE FLOUR FOR CUT-OUT COOKIES. DROP DOUGH FROM HEAPING SPOONFULS ONTO THE PREPARED COOKIE SHEETS.
- 3. BAKE FOR 8-10 MINUTES OR UNTIL GOLDEN BROWN. WHEN COOL, ICE WITH A SIMPLE CONFECTIONER'S GLAZE THAT HAS BEEN FLAVORED WITH PEPPERMINT.
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Babirye Zam
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too crumbly for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try chilling the dough for longer next time.
Anita Thapaliya
[email protected]These cookies were absolutely delicious! They were so light and fluffy, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making these again.
Sikandar shoro
[email protected]These cookies were a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.
Ibrahim Madbar
[email protected]These cookies were easy to make and they tasted great! I especially liked the addition of the nuts.
Team Move
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.
John Peter Nilsson
[email protected]These cookies were a lot of work, but they were worth it. They're so delicious and unique, and they're sure to impress your guests.
Tiffany Dismukes
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of cookies, but these were actually really good. They were chewy and chocolatey, and the glaze was the perfect finishing touch.
Youssef Niwa
[email protected]These cookies were amazing! The flavor was perfect and they were so light and fluffy. I will definitely be making them again.
Sylvia Troy
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too soft for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try baking them for a few minutes longer next time.
Erica Morales
[email protected]I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and they sold out quickly.
Alton Rex Tucker
[email protected]These cookies were a disappointment. They were dry and crumbly, and the glaze was too thick and sweet.
Jameel Nohani
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times and they're always a hit. They're so simple to make and they always turn out perfect.
okile nicodemus
[email protected]These cookies were easy to make and they tasted great! I especially liked the glaze on top.
Izzy Jacko
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out perfectly. They're so delicious and addictive, I can't stop eating them!
Natalia Aguilar
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. They're definitely a good option for a sweet treat.
Wasy Young
[email protected]I've been making these cookies for years and they're always a favorite. They're so light and fluffy, and the glaze gives them a nice crunch.
Akmal Hassan
[email protected]These cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved the unique flavor.