lemon egg biscuits

Bullhead City, AZ
Updated on Aug 24, 2011

Another simple traditional Italian cookie very popular in R.I. where I come from.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method ---
yield 6 dozen

Ingredients

  • 6 cups all purpose flour
  • 6 - eegs
  • 1/2 cup bottled lemon juice
  • 1 cup oil
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups sugar
  • 3 tablespoons baking powder
  • 1-2 tablespoon grated lemon rind
  • LEMON GLAZE:
  • 2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 1 ounce lemon flavoring
  • 4 tablespoons milk

How To Make lemon egg biscuits

  • Step 1
    Measure flour into a large bowl, making a well in the center; Add all ingredients into the well. Mix until smooth. (batter will be sticky; add a little milk until you have the correct consistency and all incorporated).
  • Step 2
    Flour hands and roll into small balls.
  • Step 3
    Place on lightly greased cookie sheet approximately 1/2-inch apart.
  • Step 4
    Bake at 325 degrees for 12-15 minutes.
  • Step 5
    Cool thouroughly on wire racks and frost. You may sprinkle sugared candy on top, if you wish.

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