Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking Lemon Crinkle Cookies, a treat that brings a burst of sunshine to your palate. These cookies are quick to prepare, taking only about 30 minutes from start to finish, making them an ideal choice for any occasion. With their soft, pillowy texture and vibrant lemon flavor, they are perfect for casual gatherings or festive celebrations. Each cookie is rolled in sugar for a beautiful crinkled look and a sweet finish. Whether you enjoy them with tea, pack them as party favors, or gift them to friends, these lemon crinkle cookies are sure to impress everyone who tries them.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 heaping tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon lemon extract
- 2 large eggs (1 egg + 1 yolk)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine granulated sugar and lemon zest; massage the zest into the sugar.
- Add melted butter, lemon extract, and vanilla extract; whisk until combined.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time; whisk in fresh lemon juice.
- In another bowl, sift flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually mix into wet ingredients.
- Roll dough into balls and coat with granulated and powdered sugar.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes until puffy; cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg