Description
Lemon Cream Cheese Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors. Each soft, chewy cookie bursts with zesty lemon and creamy richness, making them an instant favorite for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply indulging on a quiet afternoon, these cookies bring sunshine to your day. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they are sure to charm everyone who takes a bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and cream cheese until smooth. Gradually mix in sugar, followed by eggs one at a time. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Fold in lemon juice and zest gently.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space for spreading.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft. Cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg