Lemon Snowball Cookies
Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistibly soft and buttery Lemon Snowball Cookies, a zesty twist on a classic holiday favorite. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are infused with the refreshing flavors of fresh lemon juice and vibrant lemon zest, creating the perfect balance of citrusy tang and sweet indulgence. Rolled in powdered sugar for a delicate, snowy coating, they’re not only visually stunning but also utterly delightful to eat. Made using simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and unsalted butter, these cookies come together quickly with minimal effort, making them ideal for both busy weekdays and festive occasions. With a tender texture and a burst of lemony goodness in every bite, these Lemon Snowball Cookies are sure to become your go-to recipe for springtime gatherings, holiday cookie swaps, or just a cozy day at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams Unsalted butter
- 120 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 30 grams Cornstarch
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 150 grams Additional powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the vanilla extract, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1.5 inches apart.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly golden. The tops should remain pale.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Once the cookies are cool enough to handle but still slightly warm, roll each one in the additional powdered sugar until fully coated.
For extra sweetness and a snowy look, roll the cookies in the powdered sugar a second time once completely cooled.
Serve and enjoy your zesty and melt-in-your-mouth Lemon Snowball Cookies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 196.2 g | 252% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.4 g | 567% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 1222 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 484.9 g | 176% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.0 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 269.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.7 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 368 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.
