Introducing Delicious Lemon Cherry Cookies: a delightful treat that combines the tartness of fresh lemon with the sweet, juicy flavor of cherries. These cookies offer a perfect balance of zest and sweetness, with a light, buttery texture that melts in your mouth. Ideal for a refreshing twist on classic cookies, they’re perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the burst of citrus and fruit in every bite.
Ingredients:
1 cup of butter at room temperature
1/2 cup of sugar
2 big eggs
1 small spoon of vanilla flavor
2 and 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour
1 small spoonful of baking soda
Half a teaspoon of baking powder.
Half a teaspoon of salt
1 cup of cherry jam
2 cups of icing sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons of lemon juice
Grated peel of 1 lemon
Yellow food dye (if desired)
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PREPARATION:
Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C) before using it. Cover baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a big bowl, mix the butter and sugar until it is light and fluffy.
Crack the eggs one by one, then mix in the vanilla extract.
In a different bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Slowly mix the powdered ingredients into the liquid ingredients until they are well combined.
Place spoonfuls of dough on the baking sheets, leaving some space between each one.
Press your thumb or the back of a spoon into the center of each cookie to make a small hole, then add a bit of cherry jam into each hole.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn slightly brown. Allow the baking sheets to cool for a few minutes, then move them to cooling racks until they are completely cool.
In a little bowl, mix the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon peel until it’s smooth. If you want, you can add yellow dye to the food.
Pour the lemon icing over the cooled cookies and wait for it to harden before serving.
Time to prepare: 20 minutes | Time to cook: 12 minutes | Total time: 32 minutes.
Variations:
- Lemon Blueberry Cookies: Substitute cherries with blueberries for a different fruit twist.
- Lemon Almond Cookies: Add chopped almonds or almond extract for a nutty flavor.
- Lemon Coconut Cookies: Incorporate shredded coconut into the dough for extra texture and a hint of tropical flavor.
- Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies: Add poppy seeds to the dough for a crunchy texture and added visual appeal.
Tips:
- Fresh Ingredients: Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best flavor.
- Chill the Dough: Refrigerate the dough before baking to prevent spreading and to ensure a more uniform shape.
- Cherry Preparation: Use dried cherries or lightly chop fresh cherries to prevent excess moisture from affecting the cookie texture.
- Adjust Sweetness: Depending on your taste, you can adjust the amount of sugar to balance the tartness of the lemon.
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh and to prevent them from drying out.
To store Delicious Lemon Cherry Cookies and keep them fresh, follow these guidelines:
- Cool Completely: Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack before storing. This prevents condensation, which can make them soggy.
- Airtight Container: Place the cookies in an airtight container to keep them from drying out and to maintain their flavor and texture.
- Layering: If you’re stacking cookies, place parchment paper between layers to prevent them from sticking together.
- Room Temperature: Store the container at room temperature if you’ll be eating the cookies within a week.
- Freezing: For longer storage, freeze cookies. Place them in a freezer-safe bag or container, separating layers with parchment paper. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before enjoying.
By following these steps, you can keep your Lemon Cherry Cookies fresh and delicious for longer.
The nutritional information for Delicious Lemon Cherry Cookies can vary based on the specific recipe and ingredients used. However, here’s a general idea of the nutritional content for a typical lemon cherry cookie (based on a recipe that yields around 24 cookies):
Per Cookie (Approximate):
- Calories: 80-100
- Total Fat: 4-6 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2-4 grams
- Cholesterol: 15-30 mg
- Sodium: 50-70 mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 10-15 grams
- Dietary Fiber: 0.5-1 gram
- Sugars: 8-12 grams
- Protein: 1-2 grams.
These values are approximate and can vary based on the specific ingredients and quantities used. For precise nutritional information, it’s best to calculate based on your recipe’s exact ingredients using a nutrition calculator or app.