Brighten up your cookie jar with these irresistibly soft and zesty Lemon Custard Cookies! Bursting with the refreshing tang of fresh lemon juice and zest, these cookies combine the creamy comfort of custard powder with a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfectly balanced between sweet and citrusy, each bite delivers a delightful softness thanks to the unique addition of custard powder, setting them apart from traditional lemon cookies. Finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, they’re ideal for spring gatherings, afternoon tea, or anytime you crave a sunny, citrusy treat. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe makes 24 cookies that are sure to be a hit with lemon lovers everywhere!
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Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the egg, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract, and mix until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, custard powder, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
Scoop 1-tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheets.
Use your palm or the bottom of a glass lightly coated in powdered sugar to slightly flatten each ball of dough.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Avoid overbaking to maintain the custard-like texture.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
Serving size | (728.8g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 2875.4 |
Total Fat 108.7g | 0% |
Saturated Fat 59.9g | 0% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
Cholesterol 474.2mg | 0% |
Sodium 1764.6mg | 0% |
Total Carbohydrate 462.0g | 0% |
Dietary Fiber 7.0g | 0% |
Total Sugars 250.9g | |
Protein 29.4g | 0% |
Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
Calcium 106.4mg | 0% |
Iron 10.7mg | 0% |
Potassium 385.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories