Best 5 Lemon Snowballs Cookie Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures with our tantalizing Lemon Snowballs, an exquisite treat that will transport your taste buds to a realm of pure bliss. These snowball cookies, crafted with precision and passion, embody the essence of culinary artistry. The delicate crumbliness of the cookie crust, infused with a burst of citrusy lemon zest, harmonizes perfectly with the sweet and tangy lemon filling, creating a taste sensation that is both refreshing and utterly satisfying. Each bite reveals a symphony of flavors, leaving you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe is designed to guide you effortlessly through the process of creating these delectable treats. So, embark on this culinary adventure and prepare to be captivated by the irresistible charm of our Lemon Snowballs.

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

LEMON SNOWBALL COOKIES



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Lemon Snowball Cookies - an easy wedding cookie recipe filled with lemon zest, juice, and extract. These are the perfect tea cake cookies!

Provided by Dorothy Kern

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon lemon extract (optional)
½ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 ¼ cups flour
1-2 cups powdered sugar + 2 teaspoons lemon zest (for rolling)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two cookie sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  • Beat butter, powdered sugar, lemon juice, lemon extract, and salt until smooth, then stir in lemon zest. Add the flour and mix until a stiff dough forms. If you're using a stand mixer, this will just take a minute or so. If you're using a hand mixer it will take much longer.
  • Scoop tablespoon sized cookies onto your cookie sheet. These don't spread so you can crowd them a bit, leaving about 1-2" between cookies. Bake for 8-12 minutes, rotating pans halfway through baking, until the cookies are no longer wet looking. Cool 10 minutes before rolling in powdered sugar.
  • Stir powdered sugar and lemon zest together in a bowl. Roll cookies to coat. If desired, do a second roll once they're completely cool, so they're perfectly white.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to one month.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 cookies, Calories 133 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 24 mg, Sodium 994 mg, Sugar 12 g

LEMON SNOWBALLS COOKIE



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These crunchy little cookies are great for a light dessert. The bright taste of lemon makes them a winner!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup sugar
1 large egg
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely chopped almonds
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream butter, sugar and egg until well blended. Add lemon juice and zest. Combine flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt; stir into creamed mixture. Add almonds. Cover and refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour or overnight. , Roll into 1-in. balls. Place on ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned (cookies will not brown on top). , Remove immediately to wire racks; cool for 5 minutes, then roll in confectioners' sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 106mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

LUSCIOUS LEMON SNOWBALLS



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Bursting with lemon flavor, these two-bite cookies are slightly crisp on the outside, light and soft on the inside. Cream cheese and plenty of lemon zest make these cookies perfectly refreshing!

Provided by Baking J

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups white sugar
1 large lemon, zested
¼ cup butter, softened
¼ cup cream cheese, softened
1 egg
1 tablespoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and lemon zest in a food processor and pulse several times to bruise lemon zest. Transfer 1/2 cup sugar mixture to a bowl.
  • Beat butter and cream cheese in a mixing bowl until creamy and well-combined; mix in remaining lemon-sugar mixture, egg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer to beat baking powder and salt into moist ingredients; gradually beat flour into mixture to make a dough. Freeze dough for 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Shape dough into 1-inch balls and roll in reserved 1/2 cup lemon sugar. Place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheet. Press cookies down slightly to flatten and sprinkle each cookie with about 1/8 teaspoon of the remaining lemon sugar.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are firm on bottoms, 10 to 12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.9 calories, Carbohydrate 18.7 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 78.6 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

LEMON SNOWBALL COOKIES



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Lemon snowball cookies are melt in your mouth shortbread coated in powdered sugar ~ like little bursts of sunshine on your holiday cookie platter!

Provided by Sue Moran

Categories     Dessert

Time 22m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus more for coating the cookies)
1/4 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract
grated zest of 3 small lemons (use the juice for another recipe)
2 cups all purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • In a stand mixer or with electric beaters, cream together the butter, powdered sugar, salt, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until light and fluffy (1-2 minutes)
  • Add the flour, and mix just until the dough comes together. Give it a final stir by hand to make sure everything is evenly incorporated.
  • Using about 1 tablespoon of dough, roll each cookie into a ball and place on an ungreased baking sheet, about an inch apart.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes. The cookies will still be pale and very soft when they come out of the oven, do not over bake. Allow to partially cool on the baking sheet before gently removing to a rack.
  • While the cookies are still barely warm, roll them in powdered sugar. Give them a second coat when they are completely cool. Note: if your powdered sugar is lumpy, be sure to sift it before coating.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 kcal, Carbohydrate 9 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 17 mg, Sodium 79 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

LEMON SNOWBALL COOKIES



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A crunchy-style cookie, that is so rich, buttery and lemony. (Note: plan ahead, the dough needs to be refrigerated for 2 or more hours).

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 22m

Yield 3 dozen (approx.)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter, softened (no substitutions)
2/3 cup sugar (or more for a sweeter taste)
1 large egg
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
1 3/4 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely chopped almonds
icing sugar, for rolling

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350°.
  • In a mixing bowl; cream butter, sugar and egg until blended.
  • Add lemon juice and zest.
  • Combine flour, baking soda, cream of tartar and salt; stir into creamed mixture; add in the almonds.
  • Cover, and refrigerate the dough for 2 hours or overnight.
  • Roll into 1-inch balls.
  • Place on ungreased baking sheets.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until bottoms are lightly browned (the cookies will not brown on top).
  • Remove immediately to wire racks; cool 5 minutes, then roll in icing sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 877.2, Fat 45.2, SaturatedFat 21, Cholesterol 151.8, Sodium 619.8, Carbohydrate 106.9, Fiber 5, Sugar 46.5, Protein 15.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh lemons for the best flavor. Bottled lemon juice will not produce the same results.
  • Be sure to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
  • Allow the cookies to cool completely before rolling them in powdered sugar. This will help prevent the sugar from melting.
  • Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Lemon Snowballs are a delicious and easy-to-make cookie that is perfect for any occasion. They are light and fluffy, with a bright lemon flavor. The powdered sugar coating adds a touch of sweetness and makes them irresistible. Whether you are baking them for a holiday party or just to enjoy with your family, these cookies are sure to be a hit.

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