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Lemon Snowflake Cookies

Lemon Snowflake Cookies
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Lemon Snowflake Cookies are light, zesty, and melt-in-your-mouth treats perfect for holidays or any festive occasion. Featuring a delicate snowflake shape and a bright, refreshing lemon flavor, these cookies combine tender texture with a touch of citrus aroma for a delightful baking and eating experience.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature (or dairy-free butter alternative)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

  • Lemon glaze or sprinkles for decoration
  • Poppy seeds for crunch (optional)
  • White chocolate drizzle (optional)
  • Fresh herbs like rosemary or thyme (optional)
  • Orange zest for citrus variation (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure your cookies bake evenly without sticking and maintain their delicate snowflake shapes perfectly.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. This step is key for achieving a tender cookie that melts in your mouth.
  3. Add Lemon and Vanilla: Mix in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until everything is well combined. These ingredients infuse the dough with the vibrant citrus flavor and subtle sweet warmth.
  4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour and salt, folding gently until just combined. Overmixing will toughen the dough, so stop as soon as the flour disappears into the batter.
  5. Shape the Cookies: Transfer the dough into a piping bag fitted with a snowflake-shaped nozzle or use a snowflake cookie cutter to create festive shapes. Place the shaped dough evenly spaced on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn pale golden. Careful baking ensures the cookies keep their delicate structure without becoming too crisp or browned.
  7. Cool and Decorate: Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before adding optional glaze or sprinkles to enhance both flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter to ensure even mixing and smooth dough consistency.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender and light.
  • Lightly chill the dough for about 30 minutes before shaping to improve texture and maintain snowflake details.
  • Measure flour accurately by spooning and leveling to avoid dense cookies.
  • Test bake one cookie first to check oven temperature and baking time for perfect results.

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Keywords: lemon cookies, snowflake cookies, holiday cookies, citrus cookies, melt-in-your-mouth, lemon zest, festive treats, gluten-free cookies, vegan option

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