How to Make Lemonia Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something incredibly inviting about the bright, zesty flavor of lemon, especially when it comes to baked goods. Lemon brings a burst of freshness and tanginess to any recipe, and in the case of Lemonia Cookies, it's the star of the show. These delightful cookies are a perfect blend of sweet and tart, with a crisp exterior and a soft, chewy center. Whether you're a lemon lover or simply looking for a new twist on classic cookies, Lemonia Cookies are sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons bakers' ammonia
  • 2 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup lard
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon lemon oil
  • 6 cups all-purpose flour

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 96
  • Yield: 8 dozen cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Dissolve the ammonia in the milk, and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the lard and sugar until smooth. Mix in the lemon oil, eggs, and salt. Stir in the milk alternately with the flour to form a soft but manageable dough. Roll the dough into walnut sized balls. Place 2 inches apart onto an ungreased cookie sheet. Flatten the cookies using the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until firm. Remove from cookie sheets to cool on wire racks.
  • Nutrition

    72 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 6mg
    • Sodium: 16mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 11g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 8mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 18mg

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