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Lemon Crinkle Cookies

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Lemon crinkle cookies are soft, chewy, and full of fresh lemon flavor. Rolled in powdered sugar, they form a beautiful crinkled top as they bake, making them as pretty as they are delicious.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, cream butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
  5. Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat each ball in powdered sugar.
  8. Place dough balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, until set around the edges but still soft in the center.
  9. Let cookies cool on the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Chilling the dough is essential for the crinkled appearance and chewy texture.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
  • Store with a piece of bread in the container to maintain softness.
  • Freeze rolled dough balls and bake from frozen after coating in powdered sugar.

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