Lemony Ginger Drops

Brighten your dessert table with these irresistible Lemony Ginger Drops, a delightful fusion of zesty citrus and warm, spiced ginger. Made with freshly grated lemon zest, a splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the subtle sweetness of crystallized ginger, these soft, chewy cookies deliver a vibrant burst of flavor in every bite. Perfectly balanced with a hint of brown sugar richness and a dusting of powdered sugar, they’re as visually appealing as they are delicious. Ready in under 35 minutes and yielding 24 cookies, this recipe is an easy yet elegant treat for any occasion. Perfect for cookie swaps, afternoon tea, or a zesty addition to your holiday baking repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter
• 1 cups granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups brown sugar, packed
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons crystallized ginger, finely chopped
• 0.5 cups powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground ginger, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well incorporated.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Gently fold in the finely chopped crystallized ginger using a spatula.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.

Step 9

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

If desired, dust the cooled cookies lightly with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(741.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2812.1

Total Fat 79.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 1144.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 511.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 321.0g
Protein 32.1g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 147.6mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 473.5mg	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: 24.7%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 70.8%