Christmas Lemon Layer Cookies

I have run across layered lemon cookies at Christmas parties, bridal showers, baby showers and even backyard parties, but this one is one of the best and easy to make.

It is always a favorite no matter what the occasion. Despite its popularity, you will always find people who have never eaten it and will want the recipe, so be prepared.

It looks beautiful on the dessert table with other cookies and cakes, but can also stand alone if you are having a small Christmas party and want to serve only one simple dessert.

If you can’t decide what to make, this could be an excellent choice.

1 cup flour, sifted
¼ cup powdered sugar
1 stick margarine, softened to room temperature
½ teaspoon almond extract
½ teaspoon butter flavoring
1 teaspoon lemon extract

Preheat oven to 350°.

Cream together all ingredients. Pat into 8 x 8-inch pan. Bake at 350° for about 15 minutes. Remove from oven.

Coconut Topping

2 tablespoons flour
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
2 eggs well beaten
1 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon extract
1 tablespoon milk
½ teaspoon butter flavoring
1 cup flake coconut

Sift together flour, baking powder and salt.

Beat eggs well, add sugar and cream thoroughly. Add lemon extract, butter flavoring, milk and coconut. Stir until blended.

Add flour mixture to egg mixture and blend well. Spread over baked crust, and bake again at 350° for 25 minutes. Cool. Cut into squares.