HOMEMADE LADYFINGERS

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Having a difficult time finding ladyfingers in the grocery store? Try baking your own! "I keep a few dozen of these light sponge cookies in my freezer to serve with fresh fruit or to use in trifles and other desserts," explains Peggy Bailey from Covington, Kentucky.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 2-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 eggs, separated
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 cup plus 1/3 cup sugar, divided
3 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon lemon extract
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until foamy. Gradually add 1/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved, about 6 minutes; set aside. , In another bowl, beat egg yolks with remaining sugar for 3 minutes or until thick and lemon colored; add water and extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; stir into yolk mixture. Fold in egg white mixture., Cut a small hole in the corner of a pastry or plastic bag; insert round tip #12. Spoon batter into bag. Pipe 3-1/2-in.-long lines 2 in. apart onto a greased and floured baking sheet. , Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to a wire rack; cool completely. Cover and freeze for up to 1 month., To use frozen ladyfingers: Thaw in the refrigerator; dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve as a cookie or use in desserts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 39mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

maja krw
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I would not recommend this recipe to others.


gunmen424
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Overall, I was disappointed with this recipe.


Pieter Nienaber
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These ladyfingers were a bit too dense for my liking.


Swoosh Life
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I'm not sure why, but my ladyfingers didn't rise very much.


Hasnain Saeed
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These ladyfingers were a bit too sweet for my taste.


Vishal Lakshan
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my ladyfingers turned out dry and crumbly.


Shohag Md0944
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These ladyfingers were a bit tricky to make, but they were worth the effort. They were the perfect addition to my dessert.


Reagan Joseline
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I was a bit skeptical about making my own ladyfingers, but I'm so glad I did. They were delicious and so much better than store-bought.


Cindy Boutiette
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These ladyfingers were easy to make and turned out great. I will definitely be making them again.


Darcey Russell
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good ladyfinger recipe for ages.


mia vujovic
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These ladyfingers are the perfect addition to my tiramisu.


Anjum Farooq
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I love how light and airy these ladyfingers are.


Panashe Zisengwe
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Delicious!


Sabir Ali Rajput
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These ladyfingers were a huge hit! They were gone in minutes.


Ale Menjivar
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The ladyfingers were a bit dry, but they were still good. I think I would add a little more sugar next time.


Peter Agbada
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These were a bit more work than I expected, but they were worth it. They were the perfect touch for my dessert platter.


Mehedi hasan Bappi
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I've never made ladyfingers before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I'll definitely be making these again.


Sujan Karki
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These ladyfingers turned out perfectly! They were light and airy, with a delicate sweetness. I used them to make a tiramisu, and they were the perfect addition.