Best 4 Ginger Lemon Delights Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Ginger Lemon Delights, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This quintessential treat combines the zesty tang of lemons with the warmth and spiciness of ginger, resulting in a culinary masterpiece that is both refreshing and invigorating. The recipe offers three delightful variations to cater to diverse preferences: the classic Ginger Lemon Delight, a decadent Chocolate-Dipped Ginger Lemon Delight, and a gluten-free Ginger Lemon Delight that accommodates dietary restrictions. Each variation promises an explosion of flavors and textures, making these delights perfect for any occasion. Whether you're seeking a zesty snack, a sweet ending to a meal, or a thoughtful gift, these Ginger Lemon Delights are sure to impress.

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

GINGER-LEMON DELIGHTS



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Prize-Winning Recipe 2009! Spices and molasses turn sugar cookie mix into a homemade ginger cookie.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
1/2 cup shortening
1/4 cup mild-flavor (light) molasses
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 egg
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
4 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, stir cookie ingredients until very soft dough forms (dough will be sticky).
  • On ungreased cookie sheets, drop dough with 1 tablespoon-size cookie scoop or by tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • In small bowl, stir powdered sugar, lemon peel and lemon juice until smooth. Spread glaze on cookies. Sprinkle with crystallized ginger.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 45 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1 g

GINGER LEMON DELIGHTS



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This is another cookie from the 25 days of Christmas Cookies that am sure Santa will love. He just might leave all the gifts at your house. Good idea... ;)

Provided by Vanessa "Nikita" Milare

Categories     Cookies

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 13

COOKIES:
1 pkg sugar cookie mix
1/2 c shortening
1/4 c light molasses
1 Tbsp ginger, ground
1 1/4 tsp cinnamon, ground
1 tsp clove, ground
1 egg
GLAZE & TOPPINGS:
1 c powdered sugar
1 tsp lemon peel, grated
4 tsp lemon juice, fresh
1/4 c ginger, crystallized & chopped finely

Steps:

  • 1. First pre-heat the oven to 375F. Then in a large bowl stir the cookie ingredients until soft dough forms. It will be sticky.
  • 2. Next on an ungreased cookie sheets drop dough with 1 Tbsp size cookie scoop about 2 inches apart. Then bake for about 8 to 10 mins or until edges area light golden brown. Then let cool for 2 mins. Then remove from the cookie sheets to a cooling rack. Then let cool completely for about 30 mins.
  • 3. Then in a samll bowl stir the powdered sugar,lemon peel & lemon juice together until smooth. Spreadover the cooled cookies & sprinkle with the chopped crystallized ginger.

GINGER LEMON DELIGHTS



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when we were in school we would come home and our mom would have these cookies made for us they are so good and now our family serves them to the school at our church

Provided by Patsy Fowler

Categories     Cookies

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pkg (1 pound and 1/2 oz) sugar cookie mix
1/2 c shortening
1/4 c molasses
1 Tbsp ground ginger
1 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground cloves
1 egg
FOR THE GLAZE AND THE TOPPING:
1 c powdered sugar
1 tsp lemon zest, grated
4 tsp lemon juice
1/4 c finely chopped crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 375.
  • 2. Line a baking sheet with foil and set aside.
  • 3. In the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large bowl), combine the cookie ingredients until very soft dough forms. It will be sticky, so don't worry about that.
  • 4. Use a medium cookie scoop or tablespoon to scoop the dough into the prepared baking sheet, 2 inches apart, they spread a good bit so give them room.
  • 5. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are light golden brown and the cookies are just set.
  • 6. Cool for 2 minutes on the baking sheet, then remove to cooling racks to cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • 7. Meanwhile, stir together the powdered sugar, lemon zest and lemon juice until smooth.
  • 8. When the cookies have cooled, spread a small amount of glaze on each cookie and top with a few pieces of the cystallized ginger.
  • 9. Allow the glaze to firm up, then store in an airtight container.

GINGER-LEMON DELIGHTS



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Prize-Winning Recipe 2009! Spices and molasses turn sugar cookie mix into a homemade ginger cookie.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker™ sugar cookie mix
1/2 cup shortening
1/4 cup mild-flavor (light) molasses
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 egg
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
4 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 cup finely chopped crystallized ginger

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, stir cookie ingredients until very soft dough forms (dough will be sticky).
  • On ungreased cookie sheets, drop dough with 1 tablespoon-size cookie scoop or by tablespoonfuls about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges are light golden brown. Cool 2 minutes; remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.
  • In small bowl, stir powdered sugar, lemon peel and lemon juice until smooth. Spread glaze on cookies. Sprinkle with crystallized ginger.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 45 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe and juicy lemons: This will ensure that your Ginger Lemon Delights have a bright, citrusy flavor.
  • Grate the lemon zest finely: This will help release the lemon's essential oils and give your treats a more intense flavor.
  • Use fresh ginger: Fresh ginger has a more vibrant flavor than ground ginger. If you don't have fresh ginger on hand, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of ground ginger for every 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger.
  • Chill the dough before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape better in the oven.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set: Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before glazing them: This will help the glaze set properly.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature: They will stay fresh for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Ginger Lemon Delights are a delicious and refreshing treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a sweet and tangy snack, give these cookies a try!

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