Lemonade Cookies
Bright, tangy, and irresistibly soft, these Lemonade Cookies are the perfect marriage of sweetness and citrusy zing to brighten up your dessert table. Made with fresh lemon juice and zest, these cookies offer a burst of refreshing flavor in every bite, while their delicate, powdered sugar coating gives them a crinkly, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Ready in just 25 minutes from start to finish, these cookies are a breeze to whip up, making them ideal for quick treats, summer parties, or gifting. Whether you're a lemon lover or just exploring citrus desserts, these easy homemade cookies are sure to become a new favorite. Serve them alongside an icy glass of lemonade for the ultimate flavor pairing!
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Ingredients
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 50 grams brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 220 grams all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 75 grams powdered sugar
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the bowl and beat until the mixture is well combined.
Step 4
In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Using a cookie scoop or a tablespoon, portion the dough into small balls (about 1.5 tablespoons each) and roll them in powdered sugar until fully coated.
Step 7
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to set but the centers appear slightly underbaked.
Step 9
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Serve the Lemonade Cookies with your favorite beverage, or store them in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (712.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2817.3 |
| Total Fat 108.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 59.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 474.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1589.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 447.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 273.8g | |
| Protein 30.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 140.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 457.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories