Description
Lemon Crinkle Cookies are a delightful treat bursting with zesty lemon flavor. Soft, chewy, and dusted with powdered sugar, they’re perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon (about 1 tbsp)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon zest and juice until smooth.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients until just combined.
- Chill dough for at least 30 minutes (optional).
- Roll dough into balls and coat generously with powdered sugar.
- Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg