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Cream Cheese Lemon Crinkle Cookies

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These delightful cookies combine a soft texture with bright citrus flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Cookie Base
  • ½ C unsalted sweet cream butter, softened Use room temperature for easier mixing.
  • ½ C cream cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature.
  • 2 C granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Add eggs one at a time.
  • 1 large lemon, zested Zest adds vibrant flavor.
  • C fresh squeezed lemon juice For optimal results, use fresh juice.
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 4 C flour All-purpose flour works best.
  • 4 tsp cornstarch Helps with texture.
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 C powdered sugar For rolling the cookies.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare two baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt until well blended.
  3. In a stand mixer, combine the softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar. Mix on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring they are fully incorporated after each addition.
  5. Mix in the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice until evenly distributed.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  7. Scoop small portions of dough, roll each in powdered sugar until fully coated.
  8. Space the sugar-coated dough balls evenly on the prepared cookie sheets.
Baking
  1. Bake one sheet at a time for 11-13 minutes, until the cookie edges are lightly golden.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 105mgSugar: 10g

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze for up to three months.
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