Description
These Lemon Crinkle Cookies are a burst of citrusy goodness in every bite. Soft and chewy with a delightful sugary coating, they make the perfect treat for lemon lovers.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/8 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
For Rolling:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk salt, baking powder, baking soda, and flour. Gradually add to the wet mixture and mix into a soft dough.
- Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the dough for 30 minutes for easier handling.
- Roll the Dough: Scoop out dough, roll in powdered sugar, and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes until crinkled and puffed.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Enhance the lemon flavor with a few drops of lemon extract.
- Ensure not to overbake for soft, chewy cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 30 minutes chilling)
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
