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Lemon Almond Cookies

Best Lemon Almond Cookies Recipe for an Easy, Zesty Treat

Delicious Lemon Almond Cookies feature bright zing and nutty almond flavors, making them an uplifting dessert option.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 34 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Finishing Touch
  • 1/2 cup sliced almonds for topping
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) with the rack in the center.
  2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Beat in the egg and lemon zest until fully incorporated.
  4. Whisk flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt; fold into wet mixture until combined.
  5. Scoop 1½-inch dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  6. Gently press sliced almonds into each dough ball.
  7. Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are golden.
  8. Transfer cookies to a wire rack and let cool for 5 minutes.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can also be refrigerated for up to 5 days or frozen for 3 months.

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