Lemon Crinkle Cookies: Easy, Chewy Delights for Every Baker
Delight in these easy-to-make lemon crinkle cookies that offer a chewy texture and vibrant flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough into balls, then roll each ball in powdered sugar.
- Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, increase the amount of lemon zest.
- These cookies are best eaten within a week of baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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