The Germans make the most incredible cookies. So, it's no wonder that the German immigrants known as the Pennsylvania Dutch would continue the tradition of yummy cookies in America.
type: refrigerator, formed makes: 2 dozen 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon cream of tartar pinch of salt 1/2 cup vegetable shortening 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 egg 1 tablespoon milk 4 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon Combine flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt; set aside. In another bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in the egg and milk. Stir in the dry ingredients. Cover dough and chill 1/2 -1 hour. Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly grease cookie sheets or line with parchment paper. Combine 3 tablespoons of the sugar and the cinnamon in a small bowl; set aside. Roll dough into walnut-size balls. Roll balls in cinnamon sugar mixture and place on cookie sheet about 2" apart. Bake 10-12 minutes or until very lightly colored. Transfer to wire racks to cool. Reviews Barb, Winnipeg
I thought these were one of the best cookies that I have made in a long time. Christina Steel from Virginia, USA The Cookie Tin |