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Makes 6 dozen1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup milk 1 egg, beaten 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract CRISCO Shortening for deep frying Confectioners' sugar Combine dry ingredients, milk, egg, and vanilla extract in a large mixer bowl. Beat at medium speed until smooth (about 2 minutes). Heat Crisco to 365ºF in a deep saucepan or deep fryer. Drop cookie batter by teaspoonfuls into hot Crisco a few at a time. Fry for 2-1/2 to 3 minutes, turning if necessary to brown evenly. Drain on paper towels. Roll in confectioners' sugar. Serve immediately. |
