Easy Lemon Drop Cookies
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
20 cookies
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Calories
113 kcal
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Course
Dessert, Baked Goods
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Cuisine
American
Easy Lemon Drop Cookies
Description
The recipe combines all-purpose flour with granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and fresh lemon zest. Eggs, softened butter, and fresh lemon juice are mixed in, then shredded coconut is folded throughout for a gentle chew and flavor. The dough is dropped by spoonfuls onto parchment-lined baking sheets, optionally topped with coconut flakes or pearl sugar, and baked until lightly golden at the edges.
Cooled lemon cookies reveal a soft interior with a refreshing citrus flavor and coconut hints, suitable as a simple dessert or snack. The cookies can be stored at room temperature for a short time or refrigerated for longer freshness.
They also freeze well, maintaining their texture and flavor when thawed. Powdered sugar dusting before serving adds a decorative sweetness but is optional.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar 120 grams total if you double the recipe then double this amount, 1½ tablespoons
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 pinch salt
- zest lemon of 1
- 2 large egg room temperature
- ½ cup butter softened
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- ¼-⅓ cup unsweetened coconut shredded or flaked (desiccated); ¼ cup
*If using unsalted butter then use ¼ teaspoon of salt.
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350F (180C). Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- In the mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt and zest.
- Add the eggs, butter and lemon juice, beat to combine (do not over beat). Fold in the shredded coconut (or any extra such as nuts, raisins or chocolate chips) if using.
- Drop by spoonfuls and sprinkle with more coconut or pearl sugar if desired. Bake for approximately 15-18 minutes or until golden (lightly browned around the edges) let cool on cookie sheet then move to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container; refrigerate if keeping more than two days or in warm climates.
- Frozen cookies should be stored in an airtight, freezer-safe container and can be kept for up to 2-3 months.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 20cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 113 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 113kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 77mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 43mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 230IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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