Delicious Lemon Crinkle Cookies Recipe for Irresistible Flavor
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Author:sophieb
Total Time:90 minutes
Yield:24 cookies 1x
Description
Try this Lemon Crinkle Cookies recipe for a burst of zesty flavor. Perfectly sweet and chewy, these treats are irresistible and easy to make!
Ingredients
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2 cups of all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons of baking powder
1/2 teaspoon of salt
1/2 cup of unsalted butter (softened)
1 cup of granulated sugar
1/4 cup of brown sugar (packed)
1 tablespoon of lemon zest
1/4 cup of lemon juice
2 large eggs
1/2 cup of powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Your Workspace – Gather all your ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients – In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Step 3: Cream the Butter and Sugars – In another bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Add the Eggs and Lemon – Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the lemon juice and zest.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients – Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until combined.
Step 6: Chill the Dough – Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Step 7: Roll and Bake – Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, roll each ball in powdered sugar, and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes.
Step 8: Cool and Enjoy – Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Delightful Lemon Crinkle Cookies that are soft, chewy, and bursting with citrus flavor, perfect for any gathering.
