Lemon Crinkle Cookies
By Sofia Bennett
Soft lemon cookies rolled generously in powdered sugar for a bright crinkle finish. The full recipe below keeps the ingredient amounts and method together so you can cook from one page.
Why You’ll Love This Lemon Crinkle Cookies Recipe
- Uses a straightforward home-baking method with measured ingredients and clear bake steps.
- The recipe uses 9 measured ingredients and 5 clear steps.
- The supplied nutrition information lists 1g of protein per serving.
- The recipe includes a 1 hr chill or rest period, so it can be planned ahead.
- The main cook or bake time is about 12 min.
What you’ll need
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar for coating
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Keep it simple
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-step instructions
Read through the steps once, then prepare the measured ingredients before you begin.
- 1Step 1
Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- 2Step 2
Beat butter and sugar until fluffy, then mix in egg, zest, and juice.
- 3Step 3
Combine dry and wet ingredients; chill dough for 1 hour.
- 4Step 4
Roll dough into balls and coat heavily in powdered sugar.
- 5Step 5
Bake at 350F (175C) for 12 minutes on a lined tray.
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Tips for a better result
- Give the recipe the full stated chilling time so the texture can set as intended.
- Let baked cookies or bars cool as directed before moving or slicing them.
- Use the recipe photos as a visual guide for texture and final presentation.
Variations & substitutions
- Use the alternate recipe photos as serving and presentation references.
- Keep the same measured base and use the photographed finish as your guide for portioning and presentation.
Serving suggestions
Serve the recipe as shown in the photos, or pair it with another recipe from the same collection for a complete breakfast, snack, or dessert spread.
Storage & reheating
For storage and reheating, follow the ingredient-specific guidance you normally use at home. The source inventory does not provide a tested storage duration, so this page does not invent one.
Nutrition notes
Values below come directly from your recipe inventory and are presented as recipe information, not medical advice.
Quick recipe answers
What are the main ingredients in Lemon Crinkle Cookies?+
The core ingredients listed in this recipe are all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, softened, granulated sugar. See the ingredient section for the exact amounts.
How long does Lemon Crinkle Cookies take?+
Plan for about 15 min of prep, 12 min of cooking or baking, plus 1 hr of chilling or resting.
How much protein is listed per serving?+
The supplied nutrition information lists 1g of protein per serving.
Can I prepare this recipe ahead of time?+
The source method includes a 1 hr chill or rest period, so it is naturally suited to advance preparation. Follow the listed steps rather than shortening that rest time.
How do I know when the recipe is ready?+
Use the written final instruction together with the recipe photos as your guide for the intended texture and appearance.
Can I substitute ingredients?+
The supplied recipe inventory does not include tested substitutions. For the most reliable result, use the listed ingredients and measurements as written.
If Lemon Crinkle Cookies fits what you are craving, save the recipe and use the measured ingredient list and steps above when you are ready to make it.
Lemon Crinkle Cookies
Soft lemon cookies rolled generously in powdered sugar for a bright crinkle finish.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat butter and sugar until fluffy, then mix in egg, zest, and juice.
- Combine dry and wet ingredients; chill dough for 1 hour.
- Roll dough into balls and coat heavily in powdered sugar.
- Bake at 350F (175C) for 12 minutes on a lined tray.
Nutrition
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