Persian Cookies (Nane Shirini)

Time

Prep 10 min · Cook 20 min · 30 min total

Difficulty

easy

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 235. In a large bowl, sift or mix with a fork, 2 cups of flour and 1 teaspoon of baking powder.

2. 2

   In a separate bowl, cream thoroughly 1 cup of shortening and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Blend in 2 egg yolks, vanilla, almond, and lemon. Mix well.

3. 3

   Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until dough is well blended. Roll dough into round balls with hands, using about 1 level teaspoon of dough for each ball.

4. 4

   Place on an ungreased baking sheet and flatten slightly with a spoon. Bake for 20 minutes.

   20 min

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