Description
Delightful Lemon Crinkle Cookies that are easy to make and bursting with refreshing citrus flavor, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well blended.
- Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in another bowl.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll them in powdered sugar.
- Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chill the dough if it’s too sticky and keep in an airtight container to maintain softness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg