Vegan Lemon Cookies
Bright, tangy, and irresistibly soft, these vegan lemon cookies are a citrus lover's dream! Made with a delightful combination of zesty lemon juice, fragrant lemon zest, and a touch of vanilla, these cookies achieve the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors. The recipe is completely egg-free and dairy-free, using unsweetened applesauce as a smart vegan substitute for traditional binders, while vegan butter ensures a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, these cookies are a quick and easy treat, ideal for summer gatherings, tea time, or whenever you crave a pop of sunshine in a bite. Top them with a sprinkle of powdered sugar for a polished finish, and watch them disappear! Keywords for SEO: vegan lemon cookies, dairy-free dessert, egg-free cookies, quick vegan cookies, lemon dessert recipe.
Smart Nutrition Tracking with SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Vegan butter, softened
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar for topping (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, cream together the vegan butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until well combined.
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will still be soft, but they will set as they cool.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, sprinkle cooled cookies with powdered sugar for added sweetness and a touch of presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
103 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.0 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 102 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 17 mg | 0% | |
*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.
