I like lemon and get to enjoy it even more with our faithful lemon tree in our backyard. Whenever I find a recipe that calls for lemon, it is a must-try for me. This one is relatively easy.
Lemony Cookies
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 cup shortening
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
2 teaspoons lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preheat over to 375 degrees. Either use vegetable oil spray or line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and beat to blend thoroughly. Don't over beat. Scoop dough into approximately walnut-sized balls. Place about an inch apart on prepared baking sheets. Press done just a bit with a glass dipped in sugar. You don't want them thin. Bake about ten minkutes or until light golden brown. Cool completely on baking sheet to avoid breaking them.
Lemon Icing
2 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup softened butter
1 teaspoon lemon extract
2 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
Enough fresh lemon juice to form spreadable icing
Combine the first three ingredients and gradually add in the lemon juice until you have the consistency you want. Mix in the extract and zest. Frost the cookies and sprinkle some colorful sugar or decorations if you have them on hand.
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