Easy Lemon Drop Cookies

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly soft, these Easy Lemon Drop Cookies are a citrus lover's dream! Bursting with fresh lemon juice and fragrant lemon zest, these cookies deliver the perfect balance of sweet and tangy in every bite. Rolled in powdered sugar for a delightful crinkled appearance, they bake up beautifully golden with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. With just 15 minutes of prep and a short bake time, this recipe is a quick and simple way to satisfy your sweet tooth or impress guests with a batch of homemade treats. Perfect for spring gatherings, tea parties, or whenever you're craving a refreshing dessert, these lemon cookies will quickly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
• 2 large Egg
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (for coating)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition.

Step 5

Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest until combined. The mixture may look slightly curdled, but this is normal.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth, slightly sticky dough forms.

Step 7

Place the powdered sugar in a small bowl. Use a tablespoon or small cookie scoop to portion out the dough, rolling each piece into a ball with your hands.

Step 8

Roll each dough ball in the powdered sugar to coat them completely, then place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops have a crinkled appearance. The centers should still appear slightly soft.

Step 10

Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve the cookies fresh or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Enjoy your zesty lemon drop cookies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	791.4 grams (791.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2946

Total Fat 114.00g	146%
Saturated Fat 65.20g	326%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.90g
Cholesterol 697mg	232%
Sodium 1869mg	81%
Total Carbohydrate 453.90g	165%
Dietary Fiber 7.80g	28%
Total Sugars 263.00g
Protein 39.30g	79%

Vitamin D 166IU	830%
Calcium 128mg	10%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 490mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.2%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 60.5%