Succulent Lemon Crinkle Cookies: A Zesty Delight for Citrus Lovers

Lemon Crinkle Cookies are the perfect blend of tangy and sweet, with a soft, chewy texture that melts in your mouth. Infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, these cookies are rolled in icing sugar before baking, creating their signature crinkle look. The burst of lemon flavor makes every bite deliciously refreshing.

Why you will love it

These cookies are a citrus lover's dream, delivering a vibrant lemon flavor that's both refreshing and satisfying. The crinkle effect not only makes them visually appealing, but also adds a nice textural contrast between the crisp edges and soft center. Easy to make and even easier to love, these cookies are a sure-fire hit for any occasion.

Perfect opportunity

Lemon Crinkle Cookies are ideal for spring and summer gatherings, picnics, or as a bright addition to a holiday cookie exchange. Their cheerful appearance and tangy flavor make them a great choice for afternoon tea or as a light dessert after a meal.

Decorating Tips

The simple but effective technique of rolling the dough balls in icing sugar before baking ensures that these cookies have their beautiful crinkled appearance. For an extra touch of elegance, you can zest a little extra lemon on the baked cookies while they are still warm.

• Ingredients:
  • 200g powdered sugar
  • 60 ml of vegetable oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 10g vanilla extract (as vanilla powder may be less common)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • The zest of a lemon
  • Icing sugar, to coat
• Instructions:
  1. Preheat your oven to 170°C (338°F).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, oil and eggs until well combined.
  3. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
  4. In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until everything is well combined and a dough forms.
  6. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
  7. Once cooled, shape the dough into small balls, then roll each ball in the icing sugar to coat them well.
  8. Place coated dough balls on a lined baking sheet, spaced apart to allow for spreading.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the edges are set but the center remains slightly soft.
  10. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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