Lemon Crinkle Cookies: Easy, Delicious Treats for Every Occasion
Delight in the sweet and tangy flavor of these Lemon Crinkle Cookies, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 30-32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, blending until just combined.
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough into balls, then roll each ball in powdered sugar.
- Place on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack.
Notes
- For extra lemon flavor, increase the lemon zest.
- These cookies are great for gifting!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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