Lemon Crinkles Cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion. With their sweet and tangy flavor, the cookies bring a burst of sunshine to your dessert table. Their soft texture and sugary coating make them irresistibly scrumptious, and they’re easily made at home with simple ingredients.
When baking Lemon Crinkles Cookies, you can swap shortening for butter if you prefer a richer flavor. If you’re looking for a vegan option, substitute the egg with a flaxseed meal mixture or a commercial egg replacer. For those who are sensitive to gluten, gluten-free flour can also work, but be cautious as it may alter texture slightly. Always choose high-quality extracts and fresh ingredients for the best results.
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Lemon Crinkles Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup shortening
- 1 1/4 cups sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons lemon extract (or to taste)
- 1/4 cup evaporated milk
- 1/4 teaspoon yellow food coloring
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups sifted flour
- 1/4 cup sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, cream together 3/4 cup shortening, 1 1/4 cups sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt until well blended.
- Add 1 egg, 2 teaspoons lemon extract, and 1/4 teaspoon yellow food coloring, mixing until combined.
- Gradually beat in 1/4 cup evaporated milk, ensuring the mixture is smooth.
- In a separate bowl, sift together 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon baking soda. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, beating at low speed and scraping the sides of the bowl often until well incorporated.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes until firm enough to handle.
- With wet hands, shape the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and roll them in 1/4 cup sugar for a sweet finish.
- Place the sugar-coated balls on a greased cookie sheet, making sure they are about two inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 to 12 minutes or until the cookies are golden brown.
- Remove the cookies immediately from the baking sheet and let them cool on a wire rack.
Part of our Homemade Cookie Recipes collection — Part 4 of 7:
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