Indian Sunflower Cookies Recipes

SHANKARPALE OR SWEET DIAMONDS - INDIAN COOKIES

Steps:

• Put the oil in a thick bottom pan.
• Add water and sugar.
• Stir and bring to a boil.
• Remove from heat immediately.
• Let it stand until it is lukewarm.
• Fold in the flour adding a little at a time.
• Knead well.
• Heat oil in a deep frying pan.
• Divide the dough into lemon sized balls and roll out with a rolling pin.
• You should not be able to see the surface you are rolling it on through the dough.
• Using a pizza cutter or a sharp knife cut into strips at an angle.
• Turn the surface 90 degrees and cut diagonally to form diamonds.
• If you don't cut at an angle you will get squares, diamonds look better.
• Deep fry in the oil until golden brown.
• Store in a air tight container.

CRISP SUNFLOWER COOKIES

Steps:

• In a bowl, cream shortening and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla; mix well. Combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in the oats, coconut and sunflower kernels., Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.