Lemon Yums
Brighten your day with the zesty goodness of Lemon Yums, a delightful citrus-infused cookie recipe perfect for any occasion. These soft, buttery treats are bursting with the vibrant flavor of freshly squeezed lemon juice and aromatic lemon zest, making them irresistibly tangy and refreshing. With a delicate balance of sweetness and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, each bite offers a sweet powdered sugar coating that adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just under 30 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe requires simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour and unsalted butter, making it ideal for both novice and experienced bakers. Serve these sunshine-inspired cookies as an afternoon snack, a holiday dessert, or a thoughtful homemade gift. Try this quick and flavorful recipe today and experience the ultimate citrus dessert that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (freshly grated)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 190 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 60 grams 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 granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
Add the lemon zest and lemon juice to the mixture and beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined.
Stir in the milk to create a soft dough. If the dough feels too dry, add an extra teaspoon of milk.
Using a small cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 5 cm (2 inches) apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are slightly golden. The centers should remain soft.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies rest on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies have cooled, lightly coat them in powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2352 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.5 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.2 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 253 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1071 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 362.4 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 211.8 g | ||
| Protein | 21.7 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 322 mg | 7% | |
*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.
