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Meyer Lemon Greek Butter Cookies

Meyer Lemon Greek Butter Cookies for a Flavorful Holiday Treat

Delight in these Meyer Lemon Greek Butter Cookies, a zesty and buttery twist on a classic treat perfect for the holidays.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Cookies
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Replace with all-purpose flour for nut-free version
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential for leavening
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt Balances the sweetness
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Must be softened for best results
  • 3 cups Powdered Sugar 1 cup for dough, 2 cups for coating
  • 1 large Egg Yolk Adds richness and moisture
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Meyer Lemon Juice Infuses delightful citrus flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Boosts aroma and enhances flavor

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Baking sheets
  • parchment paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of almond flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of sea salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Add zest of one Meyer lemon and egg yolk, mixing thoroughly.
  4. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until a soft dough forms, being careful not to over-mix.
  5. Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into 1-inch balls. Place on lined baking sheets with 1-inch spacing.
  6. Bake for 18-20 minutes, rotating halfway through. Cookies are done when bottoms are light golden brown.
  7. Let cookies cool for about 5 minutes, then roll in the remaining 2 cups of powdered sugar. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

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