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Iced Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies

Iced Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies: Bright and Buttery Delights

Iced Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies are a zesty and delightful treat perfect for any springtime gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 145
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; for a gluten-free version, substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 2 tablespoons Poppy Seeds Adds texture and nutty flavor; optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps cookies rise for a fluffy texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Works alongside baking soda for optimal leavening.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances overall flavor, balancing sweetness.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds sweetness and moisture.
  • Zest from 2 lemons Lemon Zest Intensifies lemon flavor; avoid the pith.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature, provides richness.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Brightens lemon flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 cup Icing Sugar Sweetens and thickens glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Additional Lemon Juice Enhances flavor of the glaze.

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Dry Mixtures: In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, poppy seeds, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine granulated sugar and lemon zest, then add butter, egg, vanilla extract, and lemon juice.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
  4. Chill the Dough: Cover and chill dough in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.
  5. Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Shape and Bake the Cookies: Scoop dough portions onto baking sheet, bake for 8-10 minutes.
  7. Prepare the Lemon Glaze: Whisk icing sugar with lemon juice until smooth.
  8. Glaze the Cookies: Drizzle the glaze over cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Chilling the dough enhances flavor and texture. Measure flour accurately for best results. Use fresh lemon zest for vibrant flavor.

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