Ukrainian Snow Cap Cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter
• 3 egg yolks
• 1 tablespoon whole milk or cream
• 3 egg whites
• 1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
• 1 1/2 cups walnuts, chopped
• 1 cup coconut

Directions

1. 1

   Sift the flour with the dry ingredients.

2. 2

   Cream the butter; add the egg yolks, one at a time, and continue creaming.

3. 3

   Stir in the milk or cream.

4. 4

   Add the flour and mix thoroughly. The dough should be light. Chill for easier handling.

5. 5

   Roll thin and cut into small rounds.

6. 6

   Prepare the topping by beating the egg whites until stiff; add the sugar gradually, beating constantly. Fold in the walnuts and coconut.

7. 7

   Place the rounds on a greased baking sheet and top each with the meringue.

8. 8

   Bake in a moderate oven (350 degrees F) for about 12 minutes, or until delicately browned.