Lemon Poppy Seed Shortbread Cookies

May 07, 2023May 7, 20230 15

Delicious and easy to make lemon poppy seed shortbread cookies

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

170

Sugar

Fat

12g

These lemon poppy seed shortbread cookies are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or as a tea-time snack. They’re easy to make and the light, buttery texture combined with the tanginess of the lemon make these cookies a delightful treat. While they’re not exactly health food, there are definitely some benefits to enjoying this recipe in moderation!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.	In a bowl, cream confectioners' sugar and softened butter together until light and fluffy.
3.	Add in the poppy seeds, lemon juice, flour, and regular sugar, and mix until well combined.
4.	Form dough into balls and place on a baking sheet.
5.	Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
6.	Remove from the oven, let cool, and enjoy!

PROS

Easy and quick to make, perfect as a tea-time or afternoon snack, and the lemon and poppy seed combination is delicious

CONS

Recipes involving butter typically have high-fat content and the cookies may be too sweet for some

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Poppy seeds are a good source of dietary fiber and essential minerals such as magnesium, zinc, and calcium. Plus, lemon is rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and helps to boost the immune system.

	1/2 cup confectioners ' sugar
	3/4 cup butter , softened ( no substitutes )
	1 tablespoon poppy seed
	2 tablespoons lemon juice
	1 1/2 cups flour
	2 tablespoons sugar