Best 15 Ginger Lemon Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors with our Ginger Lemon Cookies, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds. These delectable treats are a harmonious blend of zesty ginger and refreshing lemon, perfectly balanced to create an unforgettable taste experience. Each bite offers a crisp exterior that yields to a soft and chewy interior, infused with the invigorating aroma of ginger and the bright citrus notes of lemon. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our Ginger Lemon Cookies are sure to impress with their simplicity and deliciousness. Join us on a delightful baking journey as we unveil the secrets behind these irresistible cookies, providing you with step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure perfect results every time. Get ready to embark on a flavor adventure that will leave you craving more!

In addition to our classic Ginger Lemon Cookies, we've included a collection of equally enticing recipes that showcase the versatility of this flavorful duo. Discover the zesty Lemon Bars, a delightful treat featuring a buttery shortbread crust topped with a smooth and tangy lemon filling. For a fun twist, try our Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies, where the addition of poppy seeds adds a delightful crunch and nutty flavor. And for those who love a chewy and gooey experience, our Ginger Lemon Blondies are a must-try, combining the warmth of ginger with the brightness of lemon in a delectable bar cookie. Each recipe offers a unique take on this classic flavor combination, ensuring that there's something to satisfy every palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SOFT LEMON-GINGER COOKIES



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Loaded with old-fashioned flavor, this yummy cookie is hard to beat. You'll love munching a few with coffee, tea or a glass of cold milk.-Sharon Bretz, Havre de Grace, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
3 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, sour cream and extracts. Combine the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, ginger and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well., Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Immediately remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 246mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

GINGER-LEMON COOKIES



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Another great ginger cookie recipe. I found this a long time ago in an article about all-time best cookies (this one was submitted by a cookie-making all-star named Andrea Gordon.)

Provided by spatchcock

Categories     Dessert

Time 28m

Yield 28 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup sugar, divided
1 egg
2 3/4 teaspoons grated fresh lemon rind
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup flour, plus
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
extra flour, for shaping (Andrea Gordon(she won!)

Steps:

  • Set the oven at 325 degrees.
  • Line 2 baking sheets with parchment.
  • In an electric mixer, cream the butter with the 3/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar.
  • When the mixture is smooth, beat in the egg, lemon rind, and vanilla.
  • Sift the flour, baking powder, ginger, and salt.
  • With the mixer set on its lowest speed, add the dry ingredients to the batter.
  • Scrape down the sides of the bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate at least 1 hour or until well chilled.
  • With floured hands, using heaping teaspoons of the dough to form balls, roll them until smooth.
  • Arrange them 2-inches apart on the baking sheets.
  • Put the remaining 3 tablespoons of sugar in a bowl.
  • Dip the bottom of a glass first in cold water, then in sugar and press the balls to flatten them to a 1/3-inch thickness.
  • Bake the cookies for 18 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  • Cool on wire racks.
  • Store in an airtight container.

LEMON-GLAZED CANDIED-GINGER COOKIES



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Candied ginger brings a sweet heat to these crisp, golden cookies, while lemon gives the glaze a distinct zing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 6 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for surface
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
Salt
6 ounces (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped candied ginger
1 large egg
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/3 cup water

Steps:

  • Sift flour, baking powder, and 3/4 teaspoon salt into a bowl. Cream butter and brown sugar with a mixer on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add ginger, and beat for 2 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla until well combined. Add flour mixture, and then beat on medium-low speed until dough just comes together.
  • Shape dough into two 1-inch-thick disks. Wrap tightly in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 3 days).
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Roll out 1 disk on a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness, and cut out 2-inch circles. Place the rounds 1/2 inch apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Roll out and cut scraps. Refrigerate rounds for 10 minutes.
  • Bake, rotating sheets halfway through, until cookies are set and edges are light gold, 12 to 14 minutes. Transfer parchment with cookies to wire racks. Let cool completely. Repeat with remaining dough. (Cookies can be stored for up to 3 days.)
  • Whisk confectioners' sugar, lemon zest and juice, honey, water, and a pinch of salt in a bowl until smooth. Drizzle glaze over the cooled cookies. Let stand until glaze is set, at least 20 minutes.

LEMON GINGER DROP COOKIES



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These zesty, chewy cookies make a wonderful, edible holiday gift.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, plus more for sprinkling
1 large egg
1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup diced (1/8 inch) crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment; set aside. In an electric mixer, use paddle to mix butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes, scraping down sides of bowl twice. Add egg; mix on high speed to combine. Add zest; mix to combine.
  • In a bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, baking soda, salt, and crystallized ginger; add to butter mixture; mix on medium-low speed to combine, about 20 seconds.
  • Using two spoons, drop about 2 teaspoons of batter on baking sheet; repeat, spacing them 3 inches apart. Bake for 7 minutes. Sprinkle cookies with sugar, rotate sheets between oven shelves, and bake until just golden, about 7 minutes more. Slide parchment with cookies onto a wire rack; let cool 15 minutes. Store in an airtight container.

HEALTHIER LEMON-GINGER COOKIES



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Lemon-ginger cookies--a new twist on an old classic. All of the tender texture and good flavor, with added goodness. These are chewy on the inside and crispy on the outside.

Provided by Alberta Rose

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup white sugar
½ cup canola oil
¼ cup molasses
1 egg
1 ¾ cups whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 cup icing sugar
1 tablespoon margarine
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons low-fat milk, or more as needed

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine sugar and canola oil in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add molasses and egg and beat until fluffy. Stir in flour, ginger, baking powder, baking soda, and 1 teaspoon lemon zest; mix until well combined. Use a small cookie scoop to measure out teaspoonfuls of dough; place 2 inches apart on an insulated baking sheet and flatten slightly with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges just start to brown, 12 to 15 minutes; do not overbake.
  • Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool, 8 to 10 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, mix together icing sugar, margarine, lemon juice, 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest, and 2 tablespoons milk for the glaze. Mix thoroughly until desired consistency, adding more milk if needed. Drizzle glaze onto cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 282.8 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 13.7 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 166 mg, Sugar 30.8 g

GINGER-LEMON OATMEAL COOKIES



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I saw this on Ten Dollar Dinners and it sounded delish. I have it on the menu to make and didn't want to lose it, so posting it here. The flavor is bright and the cookies are soft and chewy. I hope you enjoy, it has rave reviews on the foodnetwork site. You can use smaller scoops to make 30 intead of 15 cookies. One reviewer made these dairy and gluten free by substituting coconut oil (@ room temp coconut oil is in its solid form, in place of butter; adds natural sweetness, eliminates all the cholesterol, All Purpose Gluten Free Flour, and adding 1/4 tsp Xanthan Gum per 1c flour (helps ingredients bind as would gluten. She baked them in a convection oven at 350 degrees for 9 minutes. Recipe courtesy Melissa d'Arabian, Episode: Wallet Friendly Wraps

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 20m

Yield 15-30 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger (can use a little more for more ginger flavor)
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (or use lemon extract or juicce for more lemon flavor)
1 egg
1 cup all-purpose flour (I use 1/4 cup of whole wheat flour and 3/4 cup all purpose flour)
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup old fashioned oats
1/2 cup chopped pecans (if you don't want to use nuts, add craisins, raisins, or your favorite dried fruit cut up)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Cream the butter with the sugars in a medium bowl with a hand mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the ginger, zest, vanilla and egg, and mix well.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt, and then add to the butter mixture and mix. Add the oats and mix until combined. Fold in the pecans with a wooden spoon. Spoon the dough onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper and bake until golden, about 10 minutes. They tend to spread out so do give them room. Let cool 2 minutes, and then remove from the baking sheets.

LEMON-GINGER COOKIES WITH MINT



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Debra Satterthwaite of Carmel, Indiana, put a twist on a classic sugar-cookie recipe with the addition of lemon zest, ginger, and fresh mint.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
3 tablespoons fresh mint leaves (about 20 large), finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger (about 1 ounce)
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 egg yolk, room temperature
1/4 cup coarse sugar, for rolling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees, with racks in upper and lower thirds. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, mint, ginger, lemon zest, and baking soda. In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, beat butter, granulated and brown sugars, vanilla, and egg yolk on medium until fluffy, about 8 minutes, scraping down bowl as needed. With mixer on low, gradually add flour mixture and beat just until combined.
  • Place coarse sugar in a small bowl. Roll rounded teaspoons of dough into balls and gently roll in sugar to coat. Place, 2 inches apart, on two parchment-lined rimmed baking sheets. Bake until edges are slightly brown, 14 minutes, rotating sheets halfway through. Transfer cookies to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110 g, Fat 5 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g

GLAZED LEMON AND CRYSTALLIZED GINGER COOKIES



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From Cook's Illustrated. I'm planning to make these for this year's Xmas tray - putting it here now for safekeeping. Dough will keep three days in the refrigerator or 2 weeks in the freezer. (Time includes chilling time)

Provided by huskiebear

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 30 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

3/4 cup granulated sugar (5 1/4 ounces)
3 tablespoons crystallized ginger, minced
2 tablespoons lemon zest, grated
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 3/4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour (8 3/4 ounces)
1/4 teaspoon table salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
12 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (1 1/2 sticks)
1 large egg yolk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar (6 ounces)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375.
  • Mix sugar, crystallized ginger and lemon zest and process about 30 seconds in food processor.
  • Add flour, salt and baking powder and pulse until combined.
  • Add butter in chunks and pulse until mixture resembles fine cornmeal.
  • In small bowl beat lemon juice, egg yolk and vanilla with fork. Add slowly to ingredients in running food processor. Continue running until mixture forms a ball.
  • Turn onto counter and knead briefly to even out dough. Shape into 2 inch diameter log, wrap tightly in parchment and chill for 45 minutes in freezer or 2 hours in refrigerator.
  • Slice into 3/8 inch thick discs and bake on parchment paper until centers just begin to color and edges begin to brown - 14-16 minutes.
  • Cool 5 minutes on baking sheet, then completely on cooling rack before glazing.
  • Make glaze by whisking cream cheese and lemon juice until smooth, then whisking in sugar. Spread about 1 tsp glaze on each cookie and let stand about one hour until glaze is set and dry.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.4, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 19.7, Sodium 25, Carbohydrate 16.8, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 11, Protein 0.9

LEMON GINGER SANDWICH COOKIES



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I like to use star cutters for these..but any shape would do..adapted from Elinor Klivans..recipes..Big Fat Cookies. the lemon zest is outstanding in this recipe both in the cookie and the filling

Provided by grandma2969

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 9 sandwich cookies

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons lemon zest, finely grated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup whole blanched almond, toasted, ground
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • to prepare the cookies:.
  • sift dry ingredients into a medium bowl and set aside.
  • in a large bowl, using an electric mixer on medium speed.beat the butter and powdered sugar till smooth -- about 1 minute.
  • stop and scrape down sides of bowl as needed during mixing --.
  • on low speed, mix in dry ingredients and the dough holds together and comes away from the sides of the bowl.
  • divide the dough in half and form into two 6" discs -- wrap each in plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough until cold -- at least 45 minutes.
  • preheat the oven to 325*.
  • Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper or lightly spray with non stick spray.
  • unwrap one piece of dough.lightly flour the rolling surface and rolling pin.roll the dough into a rectangle 12x8".and 1/4" thick.
  • slide a butter knife under it to loosen it from the rolling surface.
  • use a cookie cutter to cut out 3 1/2" circles or any shape you prefer --.
  • set dough scraps aswide.
  • place dough with help of thin metal spatula.cake frosting utensil works great here.
  • 1" apart on prepared sheets -- they do not spread very much -- Repeat the rolling and cutting process with the second piece of dough. gather together all of the dough scraps, forming a smooth dish.repeat the rolling and cutting process.you will have 18 cookies when finished.
  • cut about 1" circle, or other shape from the center of half of the cookies.and remove these from the cookies -- you can bake these for snacks.
  • bake the cookies one sheet at a time until edges are light broqwn and tops are firm.about 20 minutes.
  • cool for 3 minutes on the sheets before transfering them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • to prepare the FILLING:.
  • in a medium bowl, using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the butter, powdered sugar, lemon zest and lemon zest till smooth.
  • turn the cookies without the holes, bottom side up.leave just 1/8" plain edge, spread about 1 tblspoon filling on each one.
  • place the bottoms of the cookies with the holes on top of the filling.
  • Cookie sandwiches can be wrapped individually in plastic wrap and stored in a tightly covered container in refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • bring to room temperature before serving to enhance lemon flavors.

LEMON GINGER SUGAR COOKIES



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Categories     Citrus     Ginger     Dessert     Bake     Quick & Easy

Yield makes about 3 dozen cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup of sugar
1 large egg
1 1/3 cup AP flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
1/4 cup diced cyrstallized ginger
1/4 cup of florida cyrstals for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 Line two baking sheets with parchment. In bowl cream butter. Add sugar and beat on medium high until light and fluffy. About 5 minutes. Scrape down bowl. Add egg and lemon zest and extract. In medium bowl whisk together flour, gingers, baking soda, and salt.Mix until combined. Using teaspoon scoop or 2 teaspoons , drop cookie batter on baking sheets, 2" apart. Sprinkle with Florida cyrstals and bake 10- 12 minutes.

LEMON-GLAZED CANDIED-GINGER COOKIES



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Categories     Cookies     Dessert     Nutmeg

Yield 6 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for surface
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
6 ounces (3/4 cup) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped candied ginger
1 large egg
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
4 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
1/3 cup water

Steps:

  • 1. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt into a bowl. Cream butter and brown sugar with a mixer on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add ginger, and beat for 2 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla until well combined. Add flour mixture, and then beat on medium-low speed until dough just comes together. 2. Shape dough into two 1-inch-thick disks. Wrap tightly in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 3 days). 3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Roll out 1 disk on a lightly floured surface to inch thickness, and cut out 2-inch circles. Place the rounds 1/2 inch apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Roll out and cut scraps. Refrigerate rounds for 10 minutes. 4. Bake, rotating sheets halfway through, until cookies are set and edges are light gold, 12 to 14 minutes. Transfer parchment with cookies to wire racks. Let cool completely. Repeat with remaining dough. (Cookies can be stored for up to 3 days.) 5. Whisk confectioners' sugar, lemon zest and juice, honey, water, and a pinch of salt in a bowl until smooth. Drizzle glaze over the cooled cookies. Let stand until glaze is set, at least 20 minutes. (Glazed cookies can be stored overnight.)

CANDIED LEMON GINGER COOKIES



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O.K, so I haven't made this recipe yet, but because I don't want to forget about it I placed it here for safe keeping. I love ginger cookies and haven't found a good enough recipe to compare to the ginger cookies found at Trader Joe's. But I believe after reading through the list of ingredients and method that this one might hit the mark. This one is on my Christmas cookie list. Will keep you updated when I finally get to make them.

Provided by ForeverMama

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 3 Dozen

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup white sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
1 egg
3/4 teaspoon lemon oil (Boyajian brand oil or 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind)
2 tablespoons candied lemon peel
2 tablespoons crystallized ginger
coarse decorator sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Use a whisk to mix together flour, baking soda, salt, and ground ginger.
  • Cream softened butter, cream cheese and sugars together well, scraping sides of bowl as needed. Add egg and lemon oil (or 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind) and beat on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  • Add flour mixture gradually, blending at low speed just until combined.
  • Finely chop lemon peel and crystallized ginger and gently mix them into the dough.
  • Chill dough until firm.
  • Form into 1 inch balls and roll in sparking sugar until evenly coated. Place balls 2 inches apart onto parchment lined cookie sheet.
  • Bake 11-15 minutes until cookies are slightly puffed. Yield: 3 dozen cookies.

LEMON-GINGER TEA COOKIES



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Make and share this Lemon-Ginger Tea Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Miss Erin C.

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Yield 100 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups butter or 1 1/2 cups margarine, softened
1 cup superfine sugar
1 tablespoon lemon, zest of, finely grated
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 egg
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 1/2 cups flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat the butter or margarine with an electric mixer on medium high speed for 30 seconds Add the sugar, lemon zest, ginger, and cloves.
  • Beat until combined.
  • Beat in the egg and lemon juice until combined.
  • Beat in as much of the flour as you can with the mixer.
  • Stir in any remaining flour with a wooden spoon.
  • Pack the dough with a cookie press fitted with the desired plate.
  • Force the dough through the press onto ungreased cookie sheets, spacing the cookies about 1" apart.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and beginning to brown.
  • Remove the cookies with a spatula and transfer to a wire rack to cool.

GINGER LEMON CREME SANDWICH COOKIES



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9/11/2001 happened when I was on my maternity leave. When I am lonely, bored or frustrated I shoo everyone out of the kitchen and make a mess trying things out, usually while baking or making an unusual curry...A stroke of madness can turn into something really special. My daughter is now 10 years old and she begs for these...

Provided by Amy Wexler

Categories     Cookies

Time 4h

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 c 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
2 tsp baking soda
2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground cloves
3/4 tsp sea salt
3 stick butter divided at room temperature
1 1/2 c granulated sugar divided
1 egg
2 Tbsp pure vanilla extract
1/4 c unsulphured molasses
2 c confectioners sugar
3 Tbsp lemon juice
3 Tbsp zest from lemon
5 small dollops of yellow paste food coloring

Steps:

  • 1. n a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cloves, and salt...set aside.
  • 2. In a second large bowl, beat 1/2 the butter and 1/2 the sugar granulated sugar with an electric mixer on low speed until pale and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Add egg, vanilla, and molasses, beating well after each addition.
  • 3. Add flour mixture and beat until smooth. Divide dough between 2 large sheets of parchment paper and roll up snugly, twisting the ends like a candy wrapper, to make two 8-inch logs. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
  • 4. Preheat oven to 350° Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
  • 5. Place remaining granulated sugar in a shallow dish. Cut dough logs into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Roll the edges of each in sugar and transfer to prepared baking sheets, spacing about 1 inch apart. Bake until just firm around the edges, about 10 minutes; let cool completely on a rack.
  • 6. In a large bowl, beat remaining butter, confectioners sugar, lemon juice and zest, and paste coloring with an electric mixer until fluffy, about 2 minutes. To assemble sandwiches, spread frosting onto half the cookies, then top with remaining cookies.
  • 7. Idea: Make the dough when it suits your schedule, then cut and bake the cookies later when you have a free moment.

GINGER LEMON COOKIES



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Categories     Cookies     Citrus     Dessert     Bake     Christmas

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 tablespoons unsalted butter
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar, plus more for sprinkling
1 large egg
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup crystallized ginger, cut into 1/8-inch dice

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Line two baking sheets with parchment; set aside. In an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, mix butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Scrape down sides of bowl twice. Add egg; mix on high speed to combine. Add zest; mix to combine. In a bowl, whisk together flour, ground ginger, baking soda, salt, and crystallized ginger; add to butter mixture. Mix on medium-low speed to combine, about 20 seconds. Using two spoons, drop about 2 teaspoons of batter on baking sheet; repeat, spacing them 2 inches apart. Bake for 7 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

Tips:

  • For chewier cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • If you don't have a cookie scoop, use two spoons to drop the dough onto the baking sheet. This will help you get evenly sized cookies.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are golden brown and the centers are just set. This will prevent them from becoming overbaked and dry.
  • Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help them to keep their shape.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can also freeze the cookies for up to 2 months. To freeze, place the cookies in a single layer in a freezer-safe container. When you're ready to serve, thaw the cookies overnight in the refrigerator or at room temperature for a few hours.

Conclusion:

These ginger lemon cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're soft, chewy, and full of flavor. With their bright citrus flavor and hint of ginger, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these ginger lemon cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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