Description
These Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies are a delightful treat featuring a zesty lemon flavor and crunchy poppy seeds. Soft and chewy, they are topped with a sweet lemon glaze, making them a refreshing addition to any occasion. Enjoy these cookies with tea or coffee for a perfect snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for icing, optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for icing, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 3-4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture. Beat until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three parts, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Gently fold in the poppy seeds using a spatula.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar and lemon juice, whisking until smooth.
- Once cooled, drizzle the icing over the cookies using a spoon or piping bag.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.
- Serve with tea or coffee and enjoy your delicious cookies!
Notes
- For a thicker icing, add more powdered sugar; for a thinner consistency, add more lemon juice.
- Ensure the cookies are completely cooled before icing to prevent melting.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes