Description
Lemon Crinkle Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balance tangy lemon flavor with sweet indulgence. Their soft, chewy interiors and signature crinkled tops dusted with powdered sugar make them irresistibly appealing. Easy to make and perfect for any occasion, these cookies will brighten up your dessert table and leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Roll tablespoons of dough into balls and coat generously in powdered sugar before placing on the baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until crinkled and edges are golden. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg