Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 cup confetti or nonpareils (optional) for decoration
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add the lemon juice, zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing well.
- If desired, add confetti or nonpareils to the dough for decoration.
- Drop dough by the spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving enough space for spreading.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming the serving size is about 2 cookies)
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 1g (Nutritional information may vary depending on the exact ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Crispy and chewy texture with a lemony tangy flavor. The confetti adds a festive touch and enhances the overall flavor experience.
User Comments:
- "These cookies were a hit! The lemon flavor was refreshing, and the confetti added a fun look." - John Doe
- "Love the combination of lemon and cookies. The texture was perfect - crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside." - Jane Smith
- "Great recipe! Easy to follow and the cookies came out delicious." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use softened butter and not melted butter for best results.
- When adding the confetti or nonpareils, be careful not to overmix the dough or it may affect the texture of the cookies.
- For best results, use fresh lemon juice and zest. If using bottled lemon juice, adjust the amount according to taste.
