Description
Lemon Crinkle Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly combines bright citrus flavor with a soft, chewy texture. These cookies feature an eye-catching crinkled surface dusted with powdered sugar, making them as visually appealing as they are delicious.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In one bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. In another bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy; add lemon juice and zest.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
- Chill the dough in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough, roll in powdered sugar, and place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Use fresh lemons for maximum flavor. Chill the dough longer for thicker cookies with pronounced crinkles. For extra variations, consider adding poppy seeds or white chocolate chips.