Lemon Cream Cheese Cookies
Brighten your dessert table with these irresistibly soft and tangy Lemon Cream Cheese Cookies! Infused with zesty lemon juice and freshly grated lemon zest, these cookies strike the perfect balance between creamy richness and citrusy freshness. The decadent combination of cream cheese and butter creates an indulgently tender texture, while a light dusting of powdered sugar adds a delicate sweetness to every bite. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy recipe is ideal for spring gatherings, tea parties, or whenever you're craving a refreshing treat. Elevate your cookie game with these delightful, melt-in-your-mouth lemon cookies that are sure to impress! Keywords: lemon cream cheese cookies, soft lemon cookies, citrus cookie recipe, tangy cream cheese cookies.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 113 grams cream cheese
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 50 grams powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy, using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the granulated sugar and beat until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest, beating until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion out dough balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Flatten each dough ball slightly with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers remain soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the cookies lightly with powdered sugar for a sweet and elegant finish.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3211 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 146.0 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.8 g | 409% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 584 mg | 195% | |
| Sodium | 1525 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 453.5 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 255.1 g | ||
| Protein | 40.4 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 566 mg | 12% | |
*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.
