These Lemon Poppy Seed Shortbread Cookies are a delightful treat, perfect for the holiday season. With a zesty lemon flavor and a crunchy texture from the poppy seeds, they make an excellent addition to your Christmas cookies collection.
This straightforward recipe combines simple ingredients to create a buttery cookie that melts in your mouth. Ideal for sharing or gifting, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends during festive gatherings.
Festive Lemon Poppy Seed Shortbread Cookies
This recipe yields a batch of delicious Lemon Poppy Seed Shortbread Cookies that are light, crisp, and bursting with citrus flavor. The preparation time is about 20 minutes, and the cookies bake in just 15 minutes, making them a quick and easy Christmas cookies recipe.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Flavorings: Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, poppy seeds, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 24 cookies
- Calories: 120kcal
- Fat: 8g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
