Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with our exceptional collection of lemon-inspired cookies. From the zesty Lemon Go Lightly Cookies, a classic treat with a refreshing twist, to the luscious Lemon Drop Cookies, bursting with tangy lemon filling, each recipe promises a symphony of citrusy goodness. Experience the perfect balance of sweet and tart with the Lemon Butter Cookies, a delightful combination of buttery shortbread and tangy lemon glaze. Transport your taste buds to Italy with the delectable Italian Lemon Cookies, a crispy delight infused with lemon zest and almond extract. And for a unique twist, try the Lemon Meringue Cookies, where a sweet and tangy lemon filling peeks through a delicate meringue topping. These delectable treats are not just a burst of flavor, but also a feast for the eyes with their vibrant colors and elegant presentation.
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SOFT LEMON COOKIES RECIPE
These soft sugar cookies get a little zip when lemon juice and zest are stirred in, making these a hit with everyone. Drizzle a fresh lemon glaze over them for an extra punch of citrus and sweetness. Ready in 30 minutes or less!
Provided by Heather Perine
Categories Dessert
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat and prepare cooking sheets. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mat (or lightly grease with non-sticking cooking spray).
- Whisk dry ingredients together. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar. In a large bowl using an electric mixer, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add remaining wet ingredients. Add egg and beat to combine. Add vanilla, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Beat to combine. Scrape down bowl as needed.
- Add dry ingredients. Add flour mixture, and mix at low to medium speed just until no flour streaks remain.
- Scoop cookie dough. Using a cookie scoop, or tablespoon to portion into 1 ½ inch balls. Place on prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between them.
- Bake and cool the cookies. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. The edges will look done, but the center will still look slightly soft. Remove from the oven and cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling completely.
- Make icing. In a small mixing bowl, combine icing ingredients. With an offset spatula, ice the top of each cookie.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Sodium 76 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 20 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LEMON COOKIES FROM SCRATCH
This is a fantastic lemon cookie recipe from scratch, making a batch of delicious, soft cookies with just a few lemons.
Provided by mushdg02
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Lemon Dessert Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cream sugar, butter, and lemon zest together in a large bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Combine eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a cup; mix using a fork until combined. Beat into egg mixture slowly on low speed.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl. Add to egg mixture slowly on low speed until just combined. Do not overbeat; dough will be sticky. Cover and chill dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes; it will still be sticky after chilling.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Form dough into balls using a cookie scoop or tablespoon and roll each in powdered sugar. Place onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Lightly smash each ball down using your hand.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the middle of each cookie is just barely set, 11 to 12 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack completely before storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 105.6 mg, Sugar 11.6 g
LEMON-GO-LIGHTLY COOKIES
Make and share this Lemon-Go-Lightly Cookies recipe from Food.com.
Provided by SharleneW
Categories Dessert
Time 19m
Yield 72 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- In large bowl, combine all ingredients except last 1/4 cup sugar; blend well.
- (Mixture will be crumbly.) Firmly press into 1-inch balls; roll in 1/4 cup sugar.
- Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake at 350°F for 9 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool a minute or so before removing from cookie sheets.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.2, Fat 2.6, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 45.4, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 6.5, Protein 0.9
LEMON-GO-LIGHTLY COOKIES
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 350. Lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off. In large bowl, combine all ingredients except 1/4 cup sugar; blend well. Mixture will be crumbly. Firmly press into 1 inch balls; roll in 1/4 cup sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets. Bake at 350 for 9 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheets.
- 2. Makes 6 dozen cookies.
LEMON-GO-LIGHTLY COOKIES
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. In large bowl, combine all ingredients except 1/4 cup sugar blend well. (Mixture will be crumbly.) Firmly press into 1-inch balls roll in 1/4 cup sugar. Place 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.Bake at 350°F. for 9 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 1 minute remove from cookie sheets. HIGH ALTITUDE - Above 3,500 feet: No change.Nutrition Per Serving (1 cookie): Calories 70 Protein 19 Carbohydrate llg Fat 3g Sodium 45mgPICTURE: Clockwise from left: Lemon-Go-Lightly Cookies, Rocky Road Fudge Bars, Peanut BlossomsFrom "Pillsbury Best of the Bake-Off® Cookbook." Copyright 2004 General Mills. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves
EASY LEMON COOKIES
The basic cake mix cookie with a twist.
Provided by Lissa
Categories Desserts Cookies Drop Cookie Recipes
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Pour cake mix into a large bowl. Stir in eggs, oil, and lemon extract until well blended. Drop teaspoonfuls of dough into a bowl of confectioners' sugar. Roll them around until they're lightly covered. Once sugared, put them on an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake for 6 to 9 minutes in the preheated oven. The bottoms will be light brown, and the insides chewy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 87.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.6 g, Cholesterol 14 mg, Fat 4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 106.7 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
Tips:
- For a chewier cookie, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- If you don't have a lemon zester, you can use a fine grater to remove the zest from the lemon.
- Be sure to measure the flour correctly. Too much flour will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the cookies tough.
- Bake the cookies until the edges are just starting to brown. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and hard.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Conclusion:
Lemon Go Lightly Cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal party. With their bright lemon flavor and delicate texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.
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