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Lemon Basil Sugar Cookies

Lemon Basil Sugar Cookies for a Refreshing Summer Treat

These Lemon Basil Sugar Cookies combine zesty lemon and aromatic basil for a unique and refreshing treat perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for nuttier flavor
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Leavening agent for light texture
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt Just a pinch enhances flavor
  • 1 cup unsalted butter At room temperature for easy creaming
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cookies
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients together
  • 2 lemons lemon zest Use fresh zest for best results
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice Provides acidity and brightens flavor
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil Adds a unique herbal note
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor

Equipment

  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemon Basil Sugar Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and sea salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the room-temperature unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the egg, lemon zest, fresh lemon juice, finely chopped basil, and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low until just combined.
  6. Using a cookie scoop, drop generous tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spaced about 2 inches apart.
  7. Flatten each dough ball to about ½ inch thick for even baking.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until edges turn light golden but centers are still soft.
  9. Let cool on the baking sheet for about 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice and basil for the best flavor. Chill the dough if it feels too soft before baking.

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