Lemony Snicket Cookies
Brighten up your dessert table with these delightful Lemony Snicket Cookies, a treat that’s as mysterious and irresistible as their namesake. Bursting with fresh lemon juice and fragrant lemon zest, these cookies strike the perfect balance of tart and sweet, complemented by a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. A light dusting of powdered sugar gives them a whimsical, snow-dusted finish that’s sure to captivate both the eyes and the taste buds. Ready in just 25 minutes, these zesty lemon cookies are ideal for daytime tea parties, holiday gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a citrusy twist. Whether you’re a lemon lover or simply in the mood for something unique, these cookies are bound to leave an unforgettable impression.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the mixture. 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, mixing until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Use a tablespoon or a small cookie scoop to portion out the dough, rolling each portion into a ball. Place the dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes or until the edges are set and the bottoms are lightly golden. The centers may still look slightly underbaked, but they will firm up as the cookies cool.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies are fully cooled, sift powdered sugar over the top of each cookie for a light, snow-dusted finish.
Serve and enjoy, but be prepared for your guests to ask for clues to the secret recipe!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3826 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.1 g | 250% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.0 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 1079 mg | 47% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 498.7 g | 181% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.5 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 260.9 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 459 mg | 10% | |
*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.
