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Lemon Crinkle Cookies

Delightful cookies that combine tangy lemon flavor with a lovely crinkle appearance, perfect for gatherings or a cheerful treat at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar This is what gives the cookies their sweetness and helps create that beautiful crinkle effect.
  • 1 large egg It binds everything together while providing moisture.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Fresh is best for that vibrant flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest This really enhances the lemon flavor.
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour The backbone of your cookie dough.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the cookies rise slightly.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda In combination with baking powder, this ensures a perfect texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness and enhances all the flavors.
  • powdered sugar to taste for rolling This adds a fun and sugary outer layer.

Method
 

Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  7. Scoop out tablespoon-sized balls of dough and roll them in powdered sugar.
  8. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them a few inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
  10. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can also be served warm or at room temperature. Store them in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze the dough for later use.