Description
Italian Lemon Drop Cookies are a delightful treat that captures the essence of sunny days with their zesty lemon flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for family gatherings or afternoon tea, these cookies combine a crunchy exterior with a soft, chewy center, making them irresistible. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or canola/sunflower oil)
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest until combined.
- In another bowl, mix sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients; stir gently until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden and centers are soft. Allow cooling on racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg