Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups (281 grams)
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon (5 grams)
- Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 grams)
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1 cup (2 sticks or 227 grams)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
- Large eggs: 2
- Sour cream: 1 cup (240 grams)
- Lemon zest: 2 teaspoons
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time.
- Stir in the sour cream, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Drop the dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 150
- Fat: 7 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Protein: 3 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and chewy
- Bursting with lemon flavor
- Perfect for a sweet treat or dessert
User Comments:
- "These cookies are so light and fluffy, with the perfect amount of lemon flavor."
- "I love the hint of sour cream in the batter. It gives the cookies a nice tang."
- "These cookies are a crowd-pleaser. I've made them several times, and they're always a hit."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Do not overmix the dough, as this will result in tough cookies.
- If the dough is too thick, add a little more sour cream.
- If the dough is too thin, add a little more flour.
- For a sweeter cookie, add an additional 1/4 cup of sugar.
- For a more intense lemon flavor, add an additional 1 teaspoon of lemon zest and 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice.
