Description
These Lemon Poppy Seed Shortbread Cookies are a delightful treat with a burst of citrus flavor and a hint of crunch from the poppy seeds. Perfect for any occasion, these buttery cookies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
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Shortbread Cookies:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Lemon: Mix in the lemon zest and lemon juice until combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, poppy seeds, and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape and Chill: Divide the dough into two portions, shape into logs, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Bake: Preheat the oven, slice the chilled dough, and bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool and Enjoy: Cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- You can drizzle with a simple lemon glaze for added flavor.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
