Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
6-8 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the lemon zest.
- Form the dough into 1-inch balls and place them in a single layer in your air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
- Remove from the air fryer and let cool on a wire rack.
Nutritional Information:
(Per cookie)
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
- Sodium: 80mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 15g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 9g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside
- Bright lemon flavor
- Perfect for a refreshing dessert or snack
User Comments:
- "These cookies were so easy to make and turned out perfectly! The lemon flavor is amazing."
- "I love that these cookies are air fried instead of baked. They're so much healthier and still delicious."
- "These are the best lemon cookies I've ever had! I'll definitely be making them again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
- If your cookies are not browning evenly, rotate the air fryer basket halfway through cooking.
- Let the cookies cool completely before storing them in an airtight container. They will keep at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 2 months.
