Description
Delightful Lemon Spritz Cookies that are quick to make, with a light and zesty flavor perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using) to the buttery mix, stirring until well incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fill a cookie press with the soft dough and press onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until just barely golden.
- Allow to cool, then dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg