Lemon Crinkles
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4.7
Lemon Crinkles
Description
Lemon Crinkles combine softened butter and granulated sugar creamed together with fresh lemon zest and juice, bringing natural citrus brightness to the batter. The combination of baking powder and baking soda provides a gentle rise and soft texture. After mixing the dough, rolling it in powdered sugar before baking gives each cookie a snowy crackled surface and a slight sweetness. They bake at 350°F for under 12 minutes, just until they lose shine on top but remain pale, which keeps the cookies tender and moist rather than crisp. The balance of lemon flavor and sweet coating creates a refreshing, delicate cookie ideal alongside coffee or tea.
For the best lemon intensity, use freshly grated zest from the lemon you juice. Store baked cookies in an airtight container to maintain softness. Avoid overbaking to prevent dryness. These cookies are straightforward to prepare and suitable for sharing or gifting due to their appealing color and texture.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest freshly grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice from about 1/2 lemon, freshly squeezed
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line rimmed baking sheets with silpat liners, parchment or lightly coat with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add vanilla, egg, lemon zest and juice and mix well, scraping down the sides as needed. Add the dry ingredients (except the powdered sugar) and mix until just combined. Place the powdered sugar on a large plate or shallow pie dish. Roll tablespoon-size balls of dough in the powdered sugar to coat. Place on the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake the cookies for 9-11 minutes. The cookies will not be browned on the edges but they will have lost a bit of their shininess on top. Don't overbake! Cool the cookies on a cooling rack and store in an airtight container or eat immediately.
Notes
- Use freshly grated lemon zest from the lemon used for juice to enhance lemon flavor.
- Roll dough balls thoroughly in powdered sugar to achieve distinct crackled cookie tops.
- Watch baking time closely at 9-11 minutes to keep cookies moist and prevent overbaking.
- Store baked cookies in an airtight container to maintain their soft texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 24Cookies
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 Cookie | |
| Calories | 108kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 18mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 71mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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