Description
Bright and zesty lemon cookies topped with light meringue for a refreshing treat.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 large egg whites
- 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add flour, salt, baking powder, and lemon zest and mix until just combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Whip the egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add the granulated sugar while whipping to make stiff peaks.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and top each with a dollop of meringue.
- Bake for an additional 5 to 7 minutes until the meringue is lightly browned.
- Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
For a healthier twist, substitute some butter with Greek yogurt and reduce sugar with applesauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: lemon, cookies, meringue, dessert, sweet treat