Description
Soft and chewy Lemon Crinkle Cookies with a delightful crinkly finish and zesty flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl.
- Cream together the butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, then roll them in powdered sugar before placing them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops are cracked.
- Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For best results, avoid over-mixing the dough and chill it well before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: lemon cookies, crinkle cookies, dessert, baking, sweet treats