Recipe: Mouthwatering Lemon Crinkle Cookies

Lemon Crinkle Cookies are the perfect combination of sweet and tangy, making them a refreshing treat for any occasion. With their soft and chewy texture and vibrant lemon flavor, they are sure to become a favorite among family and friends. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake a batch of these irresistible cookies today!

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10-12 minutes
Total Time: 25-27 minutes
Servings: Makes about 2 dozen cookies

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for coating)

Method

- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.

- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

- Add the egg to the butter-sugar mixture and beat until well combined. Then, mix in the lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract until incorporated.

- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.

- Place the powdered sugar in a small bowl. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough and roll each portion into a ball. Roll the dough balls in the powdered sugar until coated evenly.

- Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Gently flatten each dough ball with the bottom of a glass or the palm of your hand.

- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are slightly cracked.

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

- Once cooled, serve and enjoy these mouthwatering Lemon Crinkle Cookies with a glass of cold milk or your favorite hot beverage!