Lemon Bells

This is also the second year I've included these on my Christmas treat tray. The lemon and softness of the cookie just give you something light and refreshing. Something different from all the other rich, gooey goodies.



Cookie:
1/2 c. butter flavored shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp. lemon extract
1/2 c. sour cream
1 tsp. lemon peel
2 3/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt

Icing:
1 1/2 c. powder sugar
6 tbsp. butter
3/4 tsp. lemon extract
3 drops yellow food coloring
3-5 tbsp. milk
yellow sugar sprinkles

1. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and extract. Stir in sour cream and lemon peel. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Divide dough into 3 balls, cover and chill 3 hours.
2. Remove one ball at a time and roll our to 1/4" thickness on floured surface. Cut into bells or stars and place on cookie sheet.
3. Bake at 375 degrees for 6-8 minutes until edges are light brown. Cool on wire rack.
4. Combine icing ingredients, ice cookies and sprinkle with sugar.

9 dozen