This recipe was passed down to me from my aunt.
Provided by Barbara
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European UK and Ireland English
Yield 18
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt, set aside. In a medium bowl, cream shortening, butter and sugar until smooth. Stir in the egg and milk. Add dry ingredients, stir until combined, then stir in the citron and raisins. Cover and refrigerate dough until easy to handle, about 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
- Place remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar into a shallow bowl or saucer. Roll dough into walnut sized balls, dip tops in the egg white, and then in the sugar. Place balls 2 inches apart, sugar side up on the prepared cookie sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes in the preheated oven, cookies should be golden. Cool on cookie sheets. These cookies store and keep well.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33.1 g, Cholesterol 17.3 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 138.5 mg, Sugar 12.3 g
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Kirk brown
[email protected]These teacakes are absolutely delicious! They're so moist and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making these again.
Chidimma Jenny
[email protected]These teacakes are the perfect way to start the day. They're so light and fluffy, and the glaze gives them a delicious sweetness. I love that they're so easy to make, too. I'll definitely be making these again and again.
Zaynarb Aliu
[email protected]These teacakes were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still very good. I think I'll try using a different glaze next time.
Joe Zale
[email protected]I made these teacakes for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. I'll definitely be making these again.
Bhagratu Bhatta
[email protected]These teacakes are amazing! They're so light and fluffy, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making these again and again.
Kiki Cima
[email protected]These teacakes are just okay. They're not bad, but they're not great either. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Nobi Tches
[email protected]These teacakes are a bit denser than I expected, but they're still very good. The flavor is great and the glaze is delicious. I'll definitely be making these again, but I might try a different recipe next time.
Jessica Denton
[email protected]I wasn't sure what to expect with these teacakes, but I was pleasantly surprised. They're so moist and flavorful, and the glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making these again.
imran 650
[email protected]These teacakes are the perfect afternoon pick-me-up. They're so light and fluffy, and the glaze gives them a delicious sweetness. I love that they're so easy to make, too. I'll definitely be making these again and again.
Chiboy J obiora
[email protected]I made these teacakes for my family and they loved them! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. The glaze is the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making these again.
Asad Babu
[email protected]These teacakes are absolutely divine! The texture is so light and fluffy, and the flavor is perfectly balanced. I love the hint of lemon in the glaze. These are definitely going to be a new staple in my baking rotation.
Amy Velasquez
[email protected]Overall, these teacakes were a bit disappointing. I think I'll stick to my usual recipe.
John kimwi
[email protected]The glaze was a bit too sweet for me. I think I'll try using a different recipe next time.
Zenat Sajid
[email protected]These were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I might try adding a little more butter next time.
Areyan Hawlader
[email protected]I've made these teacakes several times now, and they're always a favorite. They're so versatile - I've added chocolate chips, nuts, and even dried fruit. They always turn out delicious.
Oshala Subagya
[email protected]These teacakes are incredibly easy to make, and they turned out perfectly! I love the hint of lemon in the glaze. They're perfect for a quick breakfast or afternoon snack.
Keith Pergande
[email protected]I made these teacakes for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! They're so light and fluffy, with a perfect balance of sweetness. The glaze gives them a beautiful shine and a bit of extra flavor. I'll definitely be making these again.