Lemon Honey Drop Cookies
Brighten up your day with these irresistibly soft and chewy Lemon Honey Drop Cookies, the perfect blend of zesty citrus and natural sweetness. Bursting with the vibrant flavor of fresh lemon juice and zest, these cookies are delicately sweetened with a touch of golden honey, creating a harmonious balance of tangy and sweet. The tender texture comes together effortlessly with a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, making them ideal for busy bakers or last-minute dessert cravings. Whether dusted with powdered sugar for a hint of elegance or enjoyed as is, these cookies are a delightful treat that pairs wonderfully with tea, coffee, or a refreshing lemonade. With simple pantry staples and easy-to-follow steps, this recipe yields up to 24 delectable bites, perfect for sharing with family and friends. Satisfy your sweet tooth with these lemon cookies that truly melt in your mouth!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 60 grams Honey
- 1 piece Large egg
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest (from 1 large lemon)
- 30 milliliters Fresh lemon juice
- 190 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 30 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the honey to the bowl and beat until fully incorporated.
Mix in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure all ingredients are evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the tops no longer appear wet.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Once cooled, lightly dust the cookies with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2298 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.4 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.4 g | 297% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 441 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 1134 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 330.5 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 181.2 g | ||
| Protein | 27.2 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 373 mg | 8% | |
*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.
