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lemon crinkle cookie on the counter next to a lemon and a yellow box of Argo corn starch.
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5 from 2 votes

Lemon Crinkle Cookie Recipe

Enjoy zesty and irresistible lemon crinkle cookies that burst with citrus flavor. These soft, lemony treats are perfect for brightening up any occasion.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Course: Dessert
Servings: 24
Author: Karli Bitner

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup salted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar divided
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp lemon extract
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 zested lemon
  • 2 1/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp  Argo® Corn Starch divided
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • yellow food coloring optional
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375° F.
  • Cream together the butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar.
  • Add the egg, lemon extract, lemon juice and lemon zest. Mix until light in color and creamy.
  • Add in the dry ingredients (flour, 1 tbsp of Argo® Corn Starch, baking soda and salt), mix into the dough. Mix until completely combined. The dough will be soft.
  • Mix in the yellow food coloring until you’ve achieved your desired color.
  • Scoop the cookie dough out into 1 1/2 tbsp portions (#40 scoop).
  • Roll first in the remaining granulated sugar and then in a mixture of the powdered sugar and remaining cornstarch.
  • Arrange on a parchment or silicone lined cookie sheet. Repeat with remaining dough.
  • Bake at 375° F for 7-10 minutes, until the cookies flatten, spread and begin to crackle.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack.

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 187IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg