Lemon Crinkle Cookies
Bright and zesty Lemon Crinkle Cookies offer a soft, chewy texture with a tangy lemon flavor, coated in powdered sugar for a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Place the powdered sugar in a small bowl. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, then roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat thoroughly.
- Arrange the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies have set and the surface is cracked.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For an extra lemony kick, drizzle the cooled cookies with a simple lemon glaze made of powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice.
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