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Chewy Lemon Crinkle Cookies

A burst of citrus sunshine in every soft, chewy bite with a delightful powdered sugar coating.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened Use salted butter and omit salt for a substitution.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Omit if using salted butter.
  • Powdered sugar for rolling

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
  4. Beat in the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well-blended.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  7. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
  8. Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls, then roll each ball in powdered sugar to coat.
Baking
  1. Place the cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are slightly golden and the tops have cracked.
  3. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. You can freeze the cookies for up to three months. To enjoy frozen cookies, let them thaw at room temperature for 15-20 minutes or warm in a 300°F oven for a few minutes.