A Bit of Italy Lemon Drop Cookies

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
A Bit of Italy Lemon Drop Cookies with a Citrusy flavor
in Bakery

Prep

20 min

Cook

10-12 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 cup shortening
1/2 cup milk ( I used 1 % milk )
1 egg , beaten
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup butter , softened ( do not use margarine )
1/4 cup milk , warmed ( divided amount )
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon peel , finely grated ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
24-30
Calories
180-216
Sugar
14-17g
Fat
6-8g
A Bit of Italy Lemon Drop Cookies are an Italian pastry known for their citrusy flavor. These cookies are popular during Christmas and other festivities but can be enjoyed year-round. With its light and fresh taste, it's a perfect dessert for a summer day. These cookies provide a unique texture with their tender, sugar-coated exterior and a soft, fluffy interior.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
3.Add the shortening to the bowl, and using your fingers or a pastry cutter, cut the shortening into the flour mixture until it becomes crumbly and resembles sand.
4.In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and lemon juice.
5.Add the wet mixture to the dry mixture and stir until combined.
6.Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to portion the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
7.Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown on the edges.
8.While the cookies are baking, make the glaze. In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, butter, warmed milk, lemon juice, and grated lemon peel until smooth.
9.Once the cookies are done, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a cooling rack.
10.Once the cookies have cooled, glaze them by dipping the tops into the glaze or using a spoon to drizzle the glaze over them. Let them dry before serving.

PROS

Lemon Drop Cookies are a favorite for their subtle sweet and sour flavor.

They are soft, chewy, and easy to make.

They’re perfect for any occasion, from holidays to snacks and tea time.

CONS

These cookies contain high levels of carbohydrates and sugar, which can affect glucose levels in people with diabetes or those trying to control their sugar intake.

They are also high in calories, so it’s essential to consume them in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lemon Drop Cookies are rich in vitamin C, which is essential for the immune system function.
Lemons provide antioxidants that help to protect cells against damage caused by free radicals.
They also assist with digestion, detoxification and reducing inflammation in the body.

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