Description
Lemon Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful fusion of tangy lemon and creamy cheesecake, creating a unique treat that brightens any occasion. These cookies boast a soft, chewy texture and a burst of citrus flavor, making them perfect for gatherings or simply indulging your sweet tooth. With easy-to-follow steps and everyday ingredients, you’ll have a batch of these irresistible cookies ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add cream cheese and mix until smooth. Then add the egg, lemon zest, and juice; blend well.
- Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg