Description
These delightful lemon crinkle cookies are quick, easy to make, and bursting with refreshing lemon flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well mixed in a bowl.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar in another bowl until light and fluffy—this will take about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized amounts of dough and roll them into balls.
- Roll each ball in powdered sugar until fully coated.
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, watching until the edges are set but the centers remain slightly soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Chilling the dough for about 30 minutes can enhance the flavor and texture. Keep an eye on baking time for the perfect chewy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: lemon cookies, crinkle cookies, lemon dessert