Description

These Lemon Crinkle Cookies are a delightful treat bursting with citrus flavor. With fresh lemon juice and zest, this easy recipe creates light and chewy cookies that are perfect for every gathering.

Ingredients

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2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¾ cup (1 ½ sticks / 170 g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, room temperature
3 teaspoons lemon zest, about 1 medium lemon, zested
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon extract
1 cup (120 g) confectioners’ sugar

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Instructions

Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl and set aside.
Beat the butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl with a hand or stand mixer on medium-high speed until light and creamy, about 3 minutes.
Add in the egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and lemon extract and beat on high until combined, about 1 minute.
Mix the flour mixture into the wet ingredients on low speed until just combined, resulting in a thick and creamy dough.
Pour confectioners' sugar into a small bowl for rolling the cookies.
Scoop 1-tablespoon portions of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roll each ball in confectioners’ sugar until coated, then place back onto the baking sheet.
Cover the dough balls and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Place the dough balls on the baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, until the edges are set but centers remain soft.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Notes

For extra crinkle effect, roll the cookies in confectioners’ sugar a second time before baking.
Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for the best texture in your cookies.
These cookies can also be frozen for up to 2 months if stored properly.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 120
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 45mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 15mg