Description
Lemon Crinkle Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balance soft, chewy texture with vibrant lemon flavor. Each cookie is rolled in powdered sugar, giving them a beautiful crinkly appearance that adds to their charm. Perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a sweet snack at home, these cookies capture the essence of sunshine in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice; mix well.
- Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed. Chill dough for one hour.
- Roll tablespoon-sized balls in powdered sugar and place on lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg