Description
Indulge in the delightful burst of citrus flavor with these Lemon Crinkle Cookies. Soft and chewy, they feature a crackly, sugar-dusted exterior that melts in your mouth. Perfect for family gatherings or a sweet afternoon treat, these cookies evoke memories of sunny days while offering a balance of sweetness and tartness that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add lemon zest and juice to the butter mixture; mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough in powdered sugar until coated and place on prepared sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg