Crisp Little Lemon Cookies
Brighten your day with these delightful Crisp Little Lemon Cookies—a perfect blend of tangy citrus and buttery sweetness! These delicate, melt-in-your-mouth treats are infused with fresh lemon zest and juice, creating a vibrant burst of flavor in every bite. With their irresistible light texture, achieved through a touch of cornstarch and careful baking, these cookies are crisp around the edges yet tender inside. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, they add a touch of elegance to any dessert table. Ready in under 30 minutes, these easy-to-make lemon cookies pair wonderfully with tea or coffee, making them a versatile option for everyday indulgence or festive gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 unit large egg yolk
- 190 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and egg yolk to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix on low speed until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Gently flatten each dough ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your fingers.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn golden. Avoid overbaking as you want them to remain tender.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once completely cooled, dust the cookies lightly with powdered sugar for a delightful finish.
Serve and enjoy your crisp little lemon cookies with a cup of tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2262 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.0 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.4 g | 297% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 439 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 1068 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 321.5 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.4 g | ||
| Protein | 23.3 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 293 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
