LEMON POPPY SEED COOKIES

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These soft cookies are definitely a comforting old-fashioned variety everyone will enjoy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup poppy seed filling
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/4 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 cup buttermilk
FROSTING:
3 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoons lemon extract
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Poppy seeds, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the poppy seed filling and lemon juice; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks, lemon zest and extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition., Drop by tablespoonfuls onto greased baking sheets. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make an indentation about 1/2 in. deep in the center of each. Fill with about 1/2 teaspoon of poppy seed filling. Top with a teaspoonful of dough. , Bake at 350° for 14-16 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool., For frosting, in a large bowl, beat the confectioners' sugar, butter, milk, extract and lemon zest until blended. Spread over cookies. Sprinkle with poppy seeds if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 115mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Frenzymoul123 Kevin
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Avoid this recipe at all costs!


Art craft and much more
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I'm surprised this recipe has so many positive reviews. It's the worst cookie recipe I've ever tried.


Zayne St jago
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This recipe is a waste of time and ingredients.


nadia berkani
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Sharlene Persad
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These cookies were a huge disappointment. They were bland and tasteless.


Ajmal Awan
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my cookies turned out flat and crumbly.


olatunde sadiat
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These cookies were a bit dry, but the flavor was good.


Valerie Reece
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I found the recipe to be a bit confusing, but the cookies turned out fine.


Johnny m Romero
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still enjoyable.


anthony zied
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I'm not usually a fan of lemon poppy seed cookies, but these were surprisingly good. The lemon flavor was subtle and the poppy seeds added a nice texture.


ameer mavia
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These cookies are so addictive! I can't stop eating them.


Anshaf Tony
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I love the combination of lemon and poppy seeds in these cookies. They're a perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Kishantha Kishantha
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These cookies are delicious! The lemon flavor is just right and the poppy seeds add a nice crunch. I will definitely be making these again.


Isabel Hart
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I've made these cookies several times now and they always turn out perfectly. They're a favorite with my family and friends.


Md Evaidul
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These cookies are so easy to make, even for a novice baker like me. The dough comes together quickly and easily, and the cookies bake up perfectly. I love the way the lemon and poppy seeds complement each other.


Xoli Lwazi
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a hit! Everyone loved the bright lemon flavor and the delicate poppy seed crunch. They were the first cookies to sell out.


Snakhokonke Surprise
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These lemon poppy seed cookies were a delightful treat! The zesty lemon flavor and crunchy poppy seeds were a perfect combination. They were easy to make and turned out beautifully. I highly recommend this recipe.


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