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Lemon Crinkle Cookie Delight

Indulge in these delightful treats featuring a tangy lemon flavor, coated with powdered sugar for a crinkly texture once baked.

Recipe Info

Prep time
Prep Time
95 min
Difficulty
Difficulty
Easy
Servings
Servings
24

Nutrition

calories114kcal
carbohydrates19g
fat4g
fiber0g
protein1g
sodium66mg
sugar12g

Ingredients

1.5 cups all-purpose flour
0.25 tsp baking powder
0.25 tsp salt
0.125 tsp baking soda
1 cup white sugar
0.5 cup butter, softened
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp lemon extract
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 drop yellow food coloring, optional
0.75 cup powdered sugar

Directions

1

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda. Set aside.

2

Using a large bowl or stand mixer with paddle attachment, beat the sugar and butter together until creamy. Add in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon extract, lemon zest and juice, and yellow food coloring. Mix well, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Combine the flour mixture; beat until just combined.

3

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the cookie dough for 1 hour.

4

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

5

Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop dough into approximately 1.5-inch rounds. Gently flatten each to 0.5-inch thickness.

6

Place confectioners' sugar in a shallow dish. Roll the flattened dough rounds in the sugar until thoroughly coated. Use a fork or spoon to transfer them onto the prepared baking sheet.

7

Bake until the cookies no longer appear glossy and have a matte look, 12 to 15 minutes. Let them cool on the baking sheet for 3 to 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.