Description
Lemon Crinkle Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balance zesty lemon flavor with a soft, chewy texture. Coated in powdered sugar, these cookies not only look beautiful but also bring a refreshing brightness to any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by lemon zest and juice.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Roll tablespoon-sized dough portions into balls and coat in powdered sugar.
- Place on baking sheets about two inches apart and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg