Description
These delightful Lemon Crinkle Cookies are quick to make and offer a tangy lemon flavor with a sweet sugary coating that’s sure to brighten your day.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the lemon juice, lemon zest, egg, and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding until just incorporated.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Roll small portions of dough into balls and coat each ball in powdered sugar.
- Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow them to cool before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Freeze dough for longer storage and bake as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg