Life Savers

Prep: 180 min

Light, sweet, and delicate cookies with a crisp texture, perfect for tea or as a delightful treat for those with a sweet tooth. Elegant and easy to make.

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 lb. sweet butter
  • 1/2 lb. flour
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 2 Tbsp. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 4 egg whites

Instructions

  1. Work out the dough and place it in the icebox for at least 2 hours.
  2. Roll out the dough thinly and cut into desired shapes.
  3. Take 4 egg whites and beat them lightly.
  4. While still beating, gradually add 2 tablespoons of sugar until well combined.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

472 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 31.9g 64% DV
Total Fat 15.2g 20% DV
Carbs 35.6g 13% DV
Fiber 2g 7% DV
Sugar 9.2g 18% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 476.5mg 21% DV
Potassium 497.8mg 11% DV
Cholesterol 576.8mg 100% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 130.3mcg 14% DV
Vitamin C 9.3mg 10% DV
Vitamin D 2.6mcg 13% DV
Calcium 115.5mg 9% DV
Iron 3.8mg 21% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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