Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies
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Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies
Description
Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies combine softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar, beaten to a light and fluffy consistency, providing the structure for tender cookies. The addition of fresh lemon juice and zest imparts a natural, bright citrus flavor, while poppy seeds introduce small pops of texture. Vanilla extract enhances the overall aroma.
The dough requires refrigeration for at least two hours, allowing the butter to firm up so the cookies hold their shape when rolled and cut. After rolling to a quarter-inch thickness, the cookies bake for 10 to 12 minutes at 350 degrees, resulting in lightly golden edges with a soft center.
These cookies suit tea time or a light dessert, offering a refreshing lemon note balanced by creamy butter and the subtle crunch of poppy seeds. They hold well and can be stored in an airtight container for several days.
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter softened, unsalted
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
- 2 cups flour
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- To your stand mixer add the butter and sugar and beat on high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes then add in the egg and egg yolk until fully combined.
- Add in the vanilla, lemon juice, lemon zest and poppy seeds then lower the speed and add in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Put the dough into plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before rolling out onto a floured surface 1/4" thick.
- Press out with a cookie cutter and bake at 350 degrees for 10-12 minutes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 18servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 170 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 170kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 36mg | 12% |
| Sodium | 21mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 28mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 330IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0.7mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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