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Ingredients
| multipurpose shortening: 1 cup |
| granulated sugar: 2 cups |
| eggs: 3 |
| lemon extract: 1/2 tsp |
| all-purpose flour (unsifted): 3 cups |
| baking powder: 1 Tbl |
| salt: 3/4 tsp |
| 2% milk: 6 Tbl |
Grandma's Tea Cakes
Credit: AllRecipes
User rating:
"When I was a child, these golden cookies were a special treat from my grandmother, who often invited me to tea parties at her house. Now when I make these cookies. I remember those warm special times."
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Prep Time
20 min -
Cook Time
15 min -
Servings
33 serving(s)
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Directions
- In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs and extract; beat well. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. Chill for 1-2 hours. Shape into 1-1/4-in. balls. Place 2-1/2 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees F for 11-13 minutes or until lightly browned (do not overbake). Cool 1 minute on pan before removing to a wire rack.