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Lemon Almond Flour Cookies Recipe

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These delightful Lemon Almond Flour Cookies are a perfect blend of zesty lemon flavor and a soft, tender crumb, made with wholesome almond flour for a gluten-free treat. They are easy to prepare and come with an optional tangy lemon glaze that enhances their bright citrus notes, making them an irresistible snack or dessert for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 3 cups almond flour
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 stick of butter (4 oz), softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Optional Glaze

  • 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 cup confectioners’ sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking trays with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, gently whisk together almond flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt until well combined; then set aside.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy, which takes about 2-3 minutes on medium speed.
  4. Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg, pure vanilla extract, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest to the butter and sugar mixture until fully incorporated.
  5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing slowly to form a smooth, cohesive dough.
  6. Shape Cookies: Using a tablespoon, scoop and form the dough into balls, then place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking trays.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 13 to 15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are set.
  8. Prepare Optional Glaze: While the cookies cool, whisk together fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and confectioners’ sugar to make a smooth glaze.
  9. Glaze Cookies: Once the cookies have fully cooled, dip or drizzle them with the lemon glaze to add a bright, sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with sugar.
  • Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender and prevent them from becoming dense.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best citrus flavor.
  • Allow cookies to cool completely before glazing to prevent melting or sliding glaze.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free due to almond flour, but ensure cornstarch is gluten-free if dietary restrictions apply.

Keywords: lemon cookies, almond flour cookies, gluten-free cookies, lemon glaze, easy dessert, citrus cookie

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