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tender italian sugar cookie

(2 ratings)
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Recipe by
Cassie *
@1lovetocook1x
Somewhere, PA

I found these delicious little cookies in my Taste Of Home magazine..I am making them again tomorrow to freeze for Christmas..They are so soft and delicious...

(2 ratings)
yield 3 dozen
prep time 15 Min
cook time 10 Min

Ingredients For tender italian sugar cookie

  • 3/4 c
    shortening
  • 3/4 c
    sugar
  • 3
    eggs
  • 1 tsp
    vanilla extract
  • 3 c
    all purpose flour
  • 3 tsp
    baking powder
  • 1/8 tsp
    salt
  • ICING
  • 1/4 c
    milk
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter, melted
  • 1/2 tsp
    vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 c
    confectioners' sugar
  • food coloring and colored sugar, optional

How To Make tender italian sugar cookie

  • 1
    In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
  • 2
    Shape dough into 1 1/2 in. balls. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 400 degree for 8 - 10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
  • 3
    For Icing: In a small bowl, combine the milk, butter, vanilla and confectioners' sugar until smooth. Tint with food coloring if desired. Dip the tops of cookies in icing; allow excess to drip off. Sprinkle with colored sugar if desired. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set.
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