Name: SPRING LEMON CRINKLE COOKIES
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 145 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Salted Butter (softened ); 2 cups Granulated Sugar; 4 Large Eggs; 4 TBSP Lemon Juice; 4 TBSP Lemon Zest; 1 TBSP Baking Powder; 4 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour; Food Coloring - Pink, Blue, Yellow; ½-1 cup Powdered Sugar (to roll the cookie dough in)

Spring Lemon Crinkle Cookies have a rich, buttery flavor that pairs perfectly with the tangy lemon taste. Made to be sweet and crisp on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside, these lemon crinkle cookies are perfect for the Spring season.

This lemon cookie recipe is perfect for those who love the tangy taste of lemon and the soft, fluffy texture of crinkle cookies. While you can serve up these spring cookies for any occasion, the festive colors make a perfect treat for Easter, Mother’s Day, or any other Spring event.

Spring Treats- Crinkle Cookies with Lemon

Spring is the perfect time for making delicious treats, and these Lemon Crinkle Cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone! These cookies are soft, fluffy, and packed with a tangy lemon flavor that will leave you wanting more. With only a handful of basic ingredients, the dough comes together quickly and easily. The short dough chilling time is well worth it.

Make these lemon cookies for your springtime gatherings, picnics, or just as a sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of tea. Try them out and see for yourself how delicious they are!

Variations of Lemon Crinkle Cookies

Lemon Crinkle Cookies are a delicious treat that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Here are a few variations that can be made to switch up the flavor and presentation of these cookies:

Blueberry Lemon: To make Blueberry Lemon Crinkle Cookies, simply add 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries to the cookie dough. Fold them in gently to avoid crushing them. The blueberries will add a burst of fruity flavor and a pop of color to the cookies.
Lavender Lemon: For a more floral flavor, add 1 tablespoon of dried lavender buds to the cookie dough. This will give the cookies a subtle lavender flavor that pairs well with the lemon. You can also add a few drops of purple food coloring to enhance the lavender color.
Lemon Cream Cheese: To make Lemon Cream Cheese Crinkle Cookies, substitute 4 ounces of softened cream cheese for 1 stick of butter in the recipe. This will give the cookies a tangy and creamy flavor. You can also add a little extra lemon juice and zest to enhance the lemon flavor.

Lemon Crinkle Cookies Ingredients

Butter: You need 1 cup of salted butter, softened, for rich tasting cookies.

Sugar: Adding 2 cups of granulated sugar creates sweet and chewy treats.

Eggs: Use 4 large eggs to bind the ingredients together and make the cookies nice and soft.

Lemon Juice: For more amazing flavor, add in 4 tablespoons of lemon juice from fresh lemons, but you can switch it out for lemon extract if desired.

Lemon Zest: Using 4 tablespoons of lemon zest will really pack the citrus flavor into every bite.

Baking Powder: Help the cookies puff up and rise as they bake by adding 1 tablespoon of baking powder.

Flour: You will need 4 ½ cups of all-purpose flour for the base of this cookie dough.

Food Coloring: For added fun and color, use pink, blue, purple, and yellow food coloring.

Powdered Sugar: Use about ½ cup- 1 whole cup of powdered sugar for rolling the cookie dough balls in.

How to make Spring Lemon Crinkle Cookies

Cookie Dough

Get started by using a large mixing bowl and an electric mixer to combine and cream the butter and granulated sugar.

Then add in the eggs and mix again until the mixture is light and fluffy. Next add the lemon juice and lemon zest, beat until fully incorporated.

After that, stir in the baking powder until well mixed.

Now it is time to mix in the flour, complete this in three batches, mixing well between each until fully combined.

Coloring

Proceed to divide the dough into 4 equal sized portions in separate bowls.

Then, using the food coloring, tint each portion a different shade. Make one pink, one yellow, one blue, and one purple, the perfect spring colors!

Chill dough

To achieve the best and tastiest results, place all the dough balls into the fridge to chill for 2 hours.

Spring Lemon Crinkle Cookies with amazing lemon flavor & vibrant, festive colors! Homemade Lemon crinkle cookies are perfect for Easter!

Bake

Begin preheating the oven to 350 degrees F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

In a small bowl, pour the powder sugar to prepare for rolling the dough in.

Then, pull your cookie dough from the fridge and scoop it into 1-inch sized balls and roll them into powdered sugar until well coated. Transfer each ball onto the parchment-lined baking sheet.

Place the cookies in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes.

Let the cookies cool for about 5 minutes, then serve and enjoy!

Serving and Presentation for Crinkle Cookies

To serve, place the cookies on a platter or in a cookie jar. The powdered sugar coating gives them a delicate and elegant look. A sprinkle of extra powdered sugar on top of the cookies before serving can add a touch of sophistication. For a more festive presentation, arrange the cookies in a circular pattern on a plate and place a small vase of fresh flowers in the center. This will add a pop of color and make for a beautiful centerpiece at any spring gathering.

How long are lemon crinkle cookies good for?

These cookies can stay fresh in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. After the cookies have baked, let them cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. Any warmth from the cookies will cause condensation in the container which will cause the powdered sugar to dissolve.

Can I freeze crinkle cookies?

Yes, you can freeze these cookies! After they have cooled completely store them in an airtight container with a piece of parchment paper between the layers of cookies and freeze for up to 3 months. If after thawing the cookies no longer look crinkly, roll them in powdered sugar again before serving.

What could be the reason my crinkle cookies aren’t crinkling?

There are a few reasons why your crinkle cookies may not be crinkling. One reason could be that the dough is too warm. Make sure to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it into balls. Another reason could be that the cookies were overbaked. Crinkle cookies are meant to have a soft and chewy texture, so be sure to take them out of the oven as soon as they are set but still soft to the touch.

How can I prevent my crinkle cookies from becoming hard?

To prevent your lemon crinkle cookies from becoming hard, make sure to store them in an airtight container at room temperature. You can also add a slice of bread to the container to help keep the cookies soft. Another tip is to slightly underbake the cookies, as they will continue to bake and set as they cool.

HOW TO ZEST A LEMON

The easiest way to zest a lemon is to use a citrus zester. By rubbing the peel of a washed lemon along the grated edges we get tiny shredded pieces perfect for your baked goods and recipes. If you do not have a citrus zester you can use a vegetable peeler to remove the outermost layer of peel (not the white part under the colored peel). Then chop the peel into very tiny pieces, like minced garlic, and use as desired.

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Spring Lemon Crinkle Cookies are loaded with amazing lemon flavor and dyed with fun, festive colors perfect for Springtime. These lemon crinkle cookies have a sweet, slightly crispy outside with a chewy center.

SPRING LEMON CRINKLE COOKIES

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Spring Treats- Crinkle Cookies with Lemon

Variations of Lemon Crinkle Cookies

Lemon Crinkle Cookies Ingredients