Italian Lemon Drop Cookies

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12
Tangy Italian Lemon Drop Cookie Recipe
in Bakery

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

Crisco & reg ; Original No-Stick Cooking Spray
2 cups Pillsbury BEST & reg ; All Purpose Flour
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/4 stick Crisco & reg ; Baking Sticks All-Vegetable Shortening or 1/4 cup Crisco & reg ; All-Vegetable Shortening
1/2 cup milk
1 large egg , beaten
2 teaspoons lemon extract
2 cups powdered sugar
1/3 stick Crisco & reg ; Baking Sticks All-Vegetable Shortening or 1/3 cup Crisco & reg ; All-Vegetable Shortening
1/4 cup warm milk , divided
1 teaspoon lemon extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
36
Calories
120
Sugar
14g
Fat
3g
Italian Lemon Drop Cookies are a favorite dessert in Italy that are perfect for any occasion. The cookies have a tangy citrus lemon flavor that is round and sweet. The cookies are tender and fluffy, making them a perfect complement to a cup of tea or coffee. As this recipe is simple to make, everyone can enjoy this Italian lemon drop recipe. These cookies are easy to make and a great recipe to share with friends and family. They will become a favorite at any tea party or gathering.

Instructions

1.First, preheat the oven to 375°F. Coat baking sheets with crisco no-stick cooking spray.
2.In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and baking powder together. Cut in shortening with a pastry blender or two knives until mixture resemble coarse crumbs.
3.Mix in milk, egg, and lemon extract until a dough forms. Drop by teaspoonful, 2 inches apart on baking sheets. Bake for exactly 10 minutes or until light brown.
4.Let cookies cool on the baking sheets for 2 minutes then remove and cool completely on wire racks.
5.Meanwhile, for the icing, mix powdered sugar, shortening, 2 tablespoons of warm milk, and lemon extract together in medium bowl until it's of spreadable consistency.
6.When cookies are cool, frost them using lemon frosting and let the cookies stand for 1 hour to dry icing.

PROS

These cookies are easy to make and are perfect for tea time.
They are soft, tangy, and have a delectable lemon flavor that makes them unique.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and sugar, so they should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Also, they have gluten, eggs and milk, making it not entirely suitable for people with allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lemons are rich in vitamin C, which is essential in supporting the immune system. Also, lemon contains antioxidants that help to reduce inflammation.

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