Best 3 Lemon Currant Cookies Recipes

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Lemon currant cookies are a delightful treat that combines the bright, citrusy flavor of lemon with the sweet and tangy taste of currants. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this guide will help you find the perfect recipe to create delicious and memorable lemon currant cookies. From classic recipes passed down through generations to modern twists on this timeless treat, we'll explore a variety of options to suit every taste and skill level. So get ready to embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the world of lemon currant cookies and discover the perfect recipe for your next baking adventure.

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LEMON-CURRANT COOKIES



Lemon-Currant Cookies image

Chopped raisins can replace the currants, which are actually very small raisins.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 40m

Yield Makes 5 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for baking sheets
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup sour cream
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dried currants
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Generously butter two baking sheets, or line them with parchment paper. Combine the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl; beat until light and fluffy. Beat in sour cream and egg.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually beat the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until they are well combined. Stir in currants and lemon zest.
  • Drop heaping teaspoonfuls of dough about 1 1/2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets. Bake until cookies are puffed and golden around the edges, about 20 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes on baking sheets before transferring cookies to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 g, Fat 2 g

EASY LEMON CURRANT COOKIES



Easy Lemon Currant Cookies image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes about 12 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 cups sugar
1 large egg
1/2 cup sour cream
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup currants
2 tablespoons freshly grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line baking sheets with parchment paper; set aside. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, or using a hand mixer, beat the butter and sugar until combined. Add egg and beat to combine. Beat in sour cream.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add the currants and lemon zest, and stir to combine. Add to butter mixture, beating to combine.
  • Drop dough by level teaspoons onto cookie sheets. Leave 1 1/2 inches between cookies. Bake until puffed, and golden around edges, about 15 minutes. Cool 5 minutes and remove to rack to cool completely.

MARTHA STEWART'S LEMON-CURRANT COOKIES



Martha Stewart's Lemon-Currant Cookies image

When a Black Corinth grape is dried, it becomes a 'currant'! These cookies are from Martha Stewart's Everyday Food website. They have such great flavor. Her recipe says to bake for 20 minutes but I found that mine browned around the edges in 10 minutes. I posted her recipe as written but just wanted to let you know to start checking at 10 minutes.

Provided by Ina Pickle

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 40m

Yield 5 dozen, 60 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened, plus more for baking sheets
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup sour cream
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup dried currant
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Generously butter two baking sheets, or line them with parchment paper.
  • Combine the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl; beat until light and fluffy. Beat in sour cream and egg.
  • In a separate bowl; whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually beat the dry ingredients into the butter mixture until they are well combined.
  • Stir in currants and lemon zest.
  • Drop heaping teaspoonfuls of dough about 1 1/2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets. Bake until cookies are puffed and golden around the edges, about 20 minutes.
  • Let cool 5 minutes on baking sheets before transferring cookies to wire racks to cool completely.

Tips for Making Lemon Currant Cookies:

  • Use fresh lemon zest: Fresh lemon zest provides the best flavor for these cookies. If you don't have fresh lemons on hand, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried lemon peel, but the flavor will be less pronounced.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make the cookies tough. Mix the dough just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough before baking helps the cookies hold their shape and prevents them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set: The cookies should be slightly soft in the center when they come out of the oven. If you overbake them, they will be dry and crumbly.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting: If you frost the cookies while they are still warm, the frosting will melt and slide off.

Conclusion:

Lemon currant cookies are a delicious and refreshing treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple tips, you can make lemon currant cookies that are sure to impress your friends and family.

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