Lemon Cracker Cookies Recipe

Unleash the refreshing zest of lemon with these delicious lemon crinkle cookies. Not only are these cookies easy to make, they are irresistibly delicious, offering the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. Once you try them, you will find them absolutely addictive! With their bright lemony flavour and beautiful crinkle appearance dusted with icing sugar, they are sure to be a hit.

Why you’ll love this recipe: Lemon Cracker Cookies are light and tasty, perfect for those who love classic cookies with a tangy twist. The texture is perfectly tender, with a slightly crisp exterior and a soft, chewy center. These cookies are also visually appealing, with a beautiful crinkle top that makes them perfect for serving at gatherings or giving as gifts.

Perfect opportunity: These cookies are perfect for spring and summer gatherings, tea parties, or as a refreshing treat to brighten any day. They are also perfect for holiday cookie exchanges or as a homemade gift, beautifully packaged in a tin or box.

Ingredients:

• 70 g unsalted butter, melted
• 150 g granulated sugar
• Zest of 2 lemons
• 2 eggs
• 2 tablespoons (15 ml) lemon juice
• 260 g all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• A pinch of salt
• Granulated rolling sugar
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Method:

1. Prepare the dough:
   • In a large bowl, combine melted butter, granulated sugar and lemon zest. Mix until well combined.
   • Beat the eggs one by one, then add the lemon juice.
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
2. Cool the dough:
   • Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up. This step is crucial for handling the dough and achieving the perfect wavy effect in the oven.

3. Preheat the oven and prepare the cookies:
   • Preheat your oven to 170°C. Line a baking sheet with baking paper.
   • Remove the dough from the refrigerator. Shape it into 1-inch balls.
   • Roll each ball first in granulated sugar, then in icing sugar to coat well. This double coating ensures a nice crinkled effect.
4. Bake the cookies:
   • Place the sugar-coated balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center is still soft.
5. Let cool and serve:
   • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. The cookies will harden further as they cool.

Enjoy your homemade lemon cookies, bursting with fresh lemon flavor and a beautiful aesthetic that makes them as pleasing to the eye as they are to the palate. They’re the perfect treat to share with friends and family, or just to treat yourself to a little lemony goodness!