EASY LEMON CURRANT COOKIES

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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.

Sohel Chwodhury
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These cookies were a huge disappointment. The lemon flavor was barely there and the currants were tough and chewy.


Olivia Cockburn
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out dry and crumbly. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Viikki Saiin
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These cookies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but the lemon flavor was nice. I think I'll try making them again with less sugar.


Chinonso Julieth
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I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but these cookies were surprisingly good. The lemon flavor was subtle and the currants added a nice sweetness.


Mark Lindsey
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These cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I will definitely be making these again.


Sarah Funchess
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I love the combination of lemon and currants in these cookies. They're the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Lisa Kuria
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These cookies are the perfect summer treat! They're light and refreshing, with just the right amount of sweetness.


Tuyel Ahmed
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These cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I will definitely be making these again.


Shila Shila
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I made these cookies for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the lemon flavor and the currants added a nice touch of sweetness.


James Gividen Sr
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These cookies are delicious! I love the combination of lemon and currants. They're the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Shady Jmcu
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed these cookies. I'm not usually a fan of lemon desserts, but the citrus flavor in these cookies was perfectly balanced. The currants also added a nice touch of sweetness and texture. Overall, a great re


Hendry Semere
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These lemon currant cookies are a delightful treat. The lemon flavor is bright and refreshing, and the currants add a nice chewy texture. I love how easy they are to make, too. They're perfect for a quick snack or dessert.


Fazal Dayan
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I've made these cookies several times now and they're always a hit. They're so light and fluffy, and the lemon flavor is just perfect. I love adding a little extra zest to the batter for an extra citrusy kick.


ivan Lopz
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These cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love the combination of lemon and currants. They're the perfect cookie for a summer party or a sweet treat after dinner.


silus eramu
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I tried this recipe and they turned out great! The cookies were soft and chewy, with just the right amount of sweetness. The lemon flavor was subtle but present, and the currants added a nice pop of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe to


Falesha Patterson
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Wow! These lemon currant cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're bursting with citrusy flavor and have a lovely chewy texture. I loved the addition of the currants, which added a nice tartness and chew. Will definitely be making these