Description
Lemon Crinkle Cookies are a bright and cheerful treat, perfect for any occasion. With their soft and chewy texture, each cookie bursts with refreshing lemon flavor, all while being wrapped in a delightful powdered sugar coating. These cookies are easy to prepare and are sure to bring joy whether enjoyed at a family gathering or during a cozy night in. Bake a batch and let the sunshine in!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 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 medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the butter mixture; mix until smooth.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop dough balls (about 1 inch wide) and roll them in powdered sugar.
- Place on prepared baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For an extra citrus twist, substitute lemon zest with orange or lime zest. - Add white chocolate chips or chopped nuts for added texture.