Cornmeal Cookies

Delightfully crisp on the outside with a tender crumb, these homemade Cornmeal Cookies are a perfect balance of rustic charm and modern flavor. Made with simple pantry staples like yellow cornmeal, all-purpose flour, and a touch of lemon zest for optional brightness, these cookies boast a unique texture that's lightly gritty yet irresistibly buttery. Their golden color and subtly sweet profile make them a standout treat, whether served alongside your morning coffee or as an afternoon snack. With just 15 minutes of prep and a quick bake time, these easy-to-make cookies are a fantastic addition to your homemade cookie repertoire. Perfect for cookie jars, potlucks, or just for indulging at home, they're a timeless recipe worth savoring and sharing!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 115 grams unsalted butter, softened
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 120 grams all-purpose flour
• 80 grams yellow cornmeal
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. If using lemon zest, add it at this stage for a hint of citrus flavor.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of cookie dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Flatten each ball of dough slightly with the back of a fork or the palm of your hand.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may still look slightly soft.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve the cookies once cooled and enjoy. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(483.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2056.6

Total Fat 105.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 470.6mg	0%
Sodium 1172.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 258.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 101.6g
Protein 25.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 72.9mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 350.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 49.6%