Lemon Sours Cookies
Brighten your day with the zesty sweetness of Lemon Sours Cookies, a delightful treat bursting with fresh citrus flavor! These soft, buttery cookies strike the perfect balance between tangy and sweet, thanks to the combination of fresh lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, and a delicate powdered sugar coating that crackles beautifully as they bake. Ready in just over 30 minutes, including prep and bake time, these cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re entertaining guests or indulging in a midday snack. The irresistibly light texture and vibrant flavor make each bite a refreshing escape, and with a batch yielding 24 cookies, there’s plenty to share! Serve them alongside a cup of tea or as a sunny addition to your dessert platter.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 60 milliliters fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 50 grams powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the lemon juice and lemon zest until 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 a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into small balls using your hands.
Pour the powdered sugar into a shallow bowl. Roll each dough ball in the powdered sugar until fully coated.
Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 5 centimeters (2 inches) apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked. The centers should remain soft and not overly browned.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy their refreshing lemony flavor!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.2 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.9 g | 304% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 627 mg | 209% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 450.9 g | 164% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 251.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.0 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 512 mg | 11% | |
*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.
