RIBBON ICEBOX COOKIES

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Three ribbons of flavor-cherry, chocolate and poppy seed-combine into one tender, Neapolitan-style cookie. My mom made these when we were kids. They are so good. -Karlyne Moreau, Yakima, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 20 cookies.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup shortening
2/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons beaten egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons red candied cherries, chopped
1/2 ounce unsweetened chocolate, melted
2 teaspoons poppy seeds

Steps:

Line a 5-in. x 3-in. x 2-in. loaf pan with waxed paper; set aside. In a small bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Divide dough into thirds. Add cherries to one portion; spread evenly into prepared pan. Add melted chocolate to second portion; spread evenly over first layer. Add poppy seeds to third portion; spread over second layer. Cover with waxed paper; refrigerate overnight., Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-9 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 1 minute before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 48mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.