MY MOM'S SUGAR COOKIES
This is my Mom's recipe. She is German and these are soft and cake like in texture and made with nutmeg. They are one of our family's favorites!
Provided by Barb Johnson
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European German
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl blend the shortening, salt, lemon zest and nutmeg together. Add the sugar and beat well. Beat in the eggs and milk and mix until well combined.
- Sift flour, baking powder and baking soda together. Add to the shortening mixture and blend until combined.
- Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto the baking sheets and flatten with a glass. Sprinkle tops with sugar. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 8 to 12 minutes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 62.3 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
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Riley Moyle
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out terrible. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Carlos Trujillo
[email protected]These cookies were a bit dry, but they were still edible.
Shanna Cuffy
[email protected]I had some trouble with the dough being too sticky, but I eventually got it to work. The cookies turned out great!
Sarah Byrd
[email protected]These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still good.
Rupa Rai
[email protected]These cookies are delicious! I'll definitely be making them again.
Mohammad faruk9133
[email protected]I made these cookies for my family and they loved them! They're the perfect cookie for a quick and easy dessert.
Charlie Clavey
[email protected]These cookies are so good! I love the soft and chewy texture. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.
Shahzaib 2462
[email protected]These cookies are amazing! I love the combination of vanilla and almond extract. They're the perfect cookie to enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.
rutendo rurue
[email protected]I've made these cookies several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect cookie for any occasion. I love that they're not too sweet and they have a nice chewy texture.
Jahanger Khan
[email protected]These cookies are a classic for a reason. They're simple to make and they always turn out delicious. I love that I can make them ahead of time and freeze them for later.
Becky Blick Miller Smith
[email protected]I'm not a big baker, but these cookies were so easy to make. I didn't have any problems with the recipe and they turned out great. My kids loved them!
Sujatha Samanmali
[email protected]These cookies are delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and they turned out perfect. They're soft and chewy, with a nice crispy edge. I love the flavor of the vanilla and almond extract.
Yaseeen Khan
[email protected]I made these cookies for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.
Jojo Rice
[email protected]These cookies are the best! I've been making them for years and they're always a hit. They're soft and chewy, with the perfect amount of sweetness. I love that they're not too thick, so you can eat a few without feeling too full.