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Soft Lemon Crinkle Cookies

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These soft lemon crinkle cookies feature a zesty powdered sugar coating and a soft, chewy texture, perfect for a quick and comforting treat with a bright citrus twist.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (312g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (170g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • Zest of 2 medium lemons (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups (180g) powdered sugar
  • 1 tablespoon additional lemon zest (for coating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. In a shallow bowl, mix the powdered sugar with the additional lemon zest for the coating.
  7. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, scoop about 1 ½ tablespoons of dough and roll into a ball. Roll each ball generously in the lemon-zested powdered sugar.
  8. Place the coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are still slightly soft.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use softened but not melted butter for best texture. Avoid overmixing the dough to keep cookies soft. Fresh lemon zest and juice provide the best flavor. Chill dough for 15-20 minutes if cookies spread too much. Silicone mats help with even baking and prevent sticking. Optionally press more powdered sugar on cookies after baking for a snowy look.

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