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Lemon Snowball Cookies

Delicious Lemon Snowball Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

These Lemon Snowball Cookies are soft, crumbly delights that melt in your mouth, making them perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free treat.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor and balances the sweetness perfectly.
  • 1 cup Butter (softened) For a dairy-free version, use margarine.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adjust based on your taste preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Extract Fresh lemon juice is an option but may alter dough consistency.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Use zest from organic lemons for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar Sift before using to prevent clumps, or swap for coconut sugar.
For Dusting
  • 1/2 cup Additional Powdered Sugar Dust generously for that classic snowball look.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

How to Make Lemon Snowball Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon extract in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate lemon zest into the mixture, stirring it in gently.
  4. Add the all-purpose flour and salt gradually, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  5. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
  6. Dust the balls generously in powdered sugar.
  7. Place the cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden.
  9. Cool the cookies for a few minutes before rolling them again in powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Optional: Serve these cookies with a cup of hot cocoa for a delightful treat.

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