BUTTERMILK CHRISTMAS COOKIES

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This recipe was developed by my 80 year old German grandfather in his days as a chef at a family restaurant. We make these cookies every year as part of our holiday tradition, and usually have many to give away.

Provided by Juneaux

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 dozen, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup whole buttermilk
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup shortening (butter flavored)
2 large eggs
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons baking powder
4 1/2 cups unbleached flour

Steps:

  • Mix together before starting: buttermilk and baking soda. Mixture will foam up, so put it in a medium sized bowl or measuring cup.
  • Mix sugar and shortening until fluffy. Add eggs. Then sour cream, nutmeg, and baking powder.
  • Alternate buttermilk mixture and flour until well incorporated.
  • Refrigerate dough overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Roll out dough onto a lightly floured surface. Cut shapes into the dough with cookie cutters of your choice.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone lining. Bake cookies for 9 - 10 minutes or until lightly done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 5396.1, Fat 243.1, SaturatedFat 68.8, Cholesterol 431.8, Sodium 2233.1, Carbohydrate 736, Fiber 15.4, Sugar 305.6, Protein 73.1

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