Description
Bright, tender, and sweet, these Springtime Crinkle Cookies bring the essence of spring to your kitchen with their citrus and vanilla flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups (150 g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp fine salt
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup (70 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (about 1 large lemon) or orange zest for variation
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar for rolling
- Optional: a few drops of pastel icing color or finely chopped freeze-dried strawberries for color and flavor
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Beat the softened butter with granulated and brown sugars until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until combined. Add food coloring if desired.
- Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the wet until just combined. Chill the dough for 20–30 minutes if very soft.
- Scoop 1½-tablespoon portions and roll into balls. Coat each ball generously in powdered sugar.
- Place cookies 2 inches apart on prepared sheets and bake 10–12 minutes, until edges are set but centers are slightly soft.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Using room-temperature ingredients and avoiding overbaking are key for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American