Lemon Crinkle Cookies
Delightful, soft, and chewy cookies infused with zesty lemon flavor and rolled in powdered sugar, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Baking
- Roll the dough into small balls and then roll each ball in powdered sugar, coating them well.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until they are set but still soft.
- Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Serve cookies fresh out of the oven for the best flavor. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze.