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Lemon Snowflakes

Lemon Snowflakes: Light, Zesty Treats for Every Celebration

Lemon Snowflakes are light, zesty cookies perfect for any celebration, promising a burst of sunshine and a gluten-free option.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 cups Powdered Sugar sifted
  • ½ cups Unsalted Butter room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest from organic lemons
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 Large Egg or flax egg for vegan option
For Dusting
  • ½ cups Powdered Sugar for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together 2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt in a separate bowl.
  3. Beat together ½ cup of butter and 1 cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in 1 tablespoon of lemon zest and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
  5. Incorporate 1 large egg until fully integrated.
  6. Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until just combined.
  7. Chill the dough covered in plastic wrap for 20-30 minutes.
  8. Scoop and roll dough into 1-inch balls, placing them on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  10. Allow to cool for 5 minutes then dust with powdered sugar before transferring to a wire rack.
  11. Serve once fully cooled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Always chill your dough for best results. Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor.

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