* Exported from MasterCook *
Lemon Refrigerator Cookies
Recipe By : Marie Tehas (adapted)
Serving Size : 60 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cookies Desserts
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 c Butter
2 1/2 c Sugar
2 Eggs -- beaten
1 tb Lemon rind -- grated
2 tb Lemon juice
3 1/2 c Flour
1 tb Baking powder
1 3/4 c Coconut
Beat butter until soft and gradually add the sugar. Blend until
creamy. Beat in eggs, lemon rind, and juice; stir in coconut. Mix
together flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir this into butter
mixture; mix well.
Form the dough into a 2" roll on a piece of foil or waxed paper in
which you can wrap it securely. Chill the dough for 4 to 12 hours.
Slice cookies approximately 1/4" thick and place on cookie sheet.
Bake at 400 for 8 to 10 minutes. Or drop by teaspoonfuls onto cookie
sheet and bake.
Yield: 60 Cookies
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Notes: Adapted from recipe for Butterscotch Refrigerator Cookies
from Tim Green <
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