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Lemon Basil Sugar Cookies

Lemon Basil Sugar Cookies to Brighten Your Day

Enjoy these Lemon Basil Sugar Cookies, a refreshing twist on traditional cookies, blending sweet and savory flavors for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Consider whole wheat flour for a nuttier taste.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Helps create a lighter cookie.
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Substitute with plant-based butter for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar You can reduce sugar for less sweetness.
  • 1 large egg Replace with a flax egg for a vegan version.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest Always use fresh for optimal taste.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Fresh juice preferred over bottled.
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil Use finely chopped for best flavor release.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds depth to the flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheets
  • hand mixer or stand mixer
  • whisk
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

How to Make Lemon Basil Sugar Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sea salt until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–5 minutes).
  4. Add the large egg, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, finely chopped basil, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Chill if sticky.
  6. Using a tablespoon, scoop portions of dough onto the baking sheets and flatten slightly.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  8. Allow cookies to rest on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For an extra touch of sweetness, drizzle with a simple lemon glaze and store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.

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