Best 6 Crispy Quick Lemon Cookies Recipes

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In the realm of delightful treats, crispy quick lemon cookies stand out as a harmonious blend of zesty citrus flavors and a satisfying crunch. Whether you're looking for a refreshing burst of flavor to brighten up your tea time or an irresistible snack to satisfy your sweet cravings, these cookies offer a delightful experience that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you clamoring for more. As we dive into the world of crispy quick lemon cookies, let's explore the secrets behind their captivating texture and vibrant taste, unveiling foolproof recipes that will guide you in crafting these culinary gems in the comfort of your own kitchen. Together, we'll embark on a flavor-filled journey, transforming simple ingredients into extraordinary treats that will leave a lasting impression on your palate.

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CRISP LEMON COOKIES



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These light, citrus cookies are a nice change of pace from typical Christmas cookies. Melted vanilla chips drizzled over the top is the fantastic finishing touch. -Darlene Dixon, Hanover, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 4.5 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/3 cups butter, softened
2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup vanilla or white chips, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the lemon juice, zest and vanilla. Gradually add flour and mix well. , Shape dough into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Coat the bottom of a glass with cooking spray; dip in sugar. Flatten cookies with glass, redipping in sugar as needed., Bake until edges are lightly browned, 11-13 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool. Drizzle with melted vanilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 34mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

LEMON CRISP COOKIES



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These quick-to-fix treats are a snap to make using a boxed cake mix. The sunny yellow color, big lemon flavor and delightful crunch are sure to bring smiles. -Julia Livingston, Frostproof, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 20m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package lemon cake mix (regular size)
1 cup crisp rice cereal
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine all the ingredients (dough will be crumbly). Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. , Bake 10-12 minutes or until set. Cool 1 minute; remove from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

LEMON COOKIES FROM SCRATCH



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This is a fantastic lemon cookie recipe from scratch, making a batch of delicious, soft cookies with just a few lemons.

Provided by mushdg02

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup white sugar
½ cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
2 eggs
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Cream sugar, butter, and lemon zest together in a large bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  • Combine eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a cup; mix using a fork until combined. Beat into egg mixture slowly on low speed.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together in a medium bowl. Add to egg mixture slowly on low speed until just combined. Do not overbeat; dough will be sticky. Cover and chill dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes; it will still be sticky after chilling.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Form dough into balls using a cookie scoop or tablespoon and roll each in powdered sugar. Place onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart. Lightly smash each ball down using your hand.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the middle of each cookie is just barely set, 11 to 12 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack completely before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133.2 calories, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 105.6 mg, Sugar 11.6 g

QUICKY LEMON CRISP COOKIES



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Make and share this Quicky Lemon Crisp Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marie

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 18m

Yield 72 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
2 (3 ounce) packages instant lemon pudding mix
3 eggs

Steps:

  • Cream shortening, then add flour baking soda and salt.
  • Mix well and add sugar and the pudding mixes and blend well.
  • Add eggs and mix.
  • Drop by teaspoon on greased cookie sheet and bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.2, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 8.8, Sodium 55.6, Carbohydrate 7.7, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 2.8, Protein 0.6

LEMON CRISP COOKIES



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I received this cookie in a cookie swap this year. These were my favorites of the bunch! I haven't tried these yet, but I think that I will refrigerate the dough and make them into balls. Just to get a more "perfect" looking cookie.

Provided by graciethebaker

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 1h5m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup softened butter
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon lemon zest, finely grated
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3/4 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups flour
colored crystal sugar, for decorating

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
  • Add egg, lemon zest, juice, vanilla and beat again.
  • In Separate bowl, Sift together Baking powder, baking soda, salt and flour.
  • Add dry ingredients to wet in two batches, until just blended.
  • Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Sprinkle with colored sugar.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly browned.
  • Cool on cookie sheet for 1 minute then move to a cooling rack.

SOFT LEMON COOKIES FROM SCRATCH



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These delicious cookies have a kick of lemon flavor, and they're made from scratch rather than a box mix like the majority of recipes out there. This recipe was created because I absolutely love lemon-flavored desserts, but have an allergy to artificial colorants and dyes used in food. Following this recipe as written, you can take comfort in knowing you're not feeding your children any artificial colorings.

Provided by Susan

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Lemon Dessert Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
1 cup white sugar
½ cup butter, softened
¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest, preferably organic
1 egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons powdered sugar for sprinkling

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Cream sugar and butter in a bowl with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add lemon juice, lemon zest, egg, and vanilla extract; mix on low speed to combine, scraping down the sides of the bowl to incorporate everything evenly.
  • Combine 1 1/2 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a small bowl. Add to the sugar mixture slowly, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Mix in the remaining 2 tablespoons flour.
  • Place 1/2 cup powdered sugar in a small bowl. Scoop out teaspoonfuls of cookie dough, roll in powdered sugar, and place on the prepared baking sheet, 1 to 2 inches apart.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cookies are light brown on the edges, 9 to 11 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool for 3 minutes on the cookie sheet. Transfer to a cooling rack and sprinkle with additional powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.1 calories, Carbohydrate 14.7 g, Cholesterol 14.3 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 58.3 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

Tips:

  • To ensure your cookies have a crispy texture, make sure to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • For a more intense lemon flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest in the recipe. You can also add a teaspoon of lemon extract for an extra boost of flavor.
  • If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a wine bottle or even a glass to roll out the dough. Just make sure to use a light touch so you don't overwork the dough.
  • To get perfectly round cookies, use a cookie cutter or a sharp knife to cut them out. If you don't have a cookie cutter, you can use a glass or a cup to make round shapes.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set around the edges and the tops are no longer shiny. Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
  • Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before storing them in an airtight container. This will help them stay crispy.

Conclusion:

Crispy lemon cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their bright lemon flavor and crispy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy cookie recipe, give these crispy lemon cookies a try!

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