Almond Lemon Crinkle Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)
Chewy almond lemon cookies dipped in powdered sugar for a soft, zesty treat with subtle sweetness.
# Ingredients:
→ Wet Ingredients
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½ cup white sugar
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¼ cup melted coconut oil or melted butter
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3 tablespoons lemon juice plus zest from one lemon
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1 room temperature egg
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1 egg yolk (discard egg white)
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½ teaspoon almond extract or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract if omitting almond extract
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
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1⅓ cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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⅛ teaspoon salt
→ Optional Ingredients
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¼ cup raw sliced almonds
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⅓ cup powdered sugar (for coating)
# Steps:
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In a large bowl, mix the white sugar, melted coconut oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, room temperature egg, egg yolk, vanilla extract, and almond extract until well combined.
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Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a thick and slightly crumbly dough forms. Add the sliced almonds while mixing. Use hands to incorporate if needed.
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Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes to allow it to firm up for easier handling.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
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Shape the chilled dough into 1-inch balls using an ice cream scoop for uniformity. Generously coat each ball in powdered sugar.
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Place the coated balls on the lined cookie sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 11-12 minutes. Remove from oven and let the cookies cool for 10 minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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Using lemon extract is an option if fresh lemons are unavailable.
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Do not overbake the cookies to maintain their chewy texture. They will harden slightly upon cooling.
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Roll the dough generously in powdered sugar for a distinct crinkle appearance and garnish with additional lemon zest if desired.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.