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Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies

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Delightful cookies with a zesty lemon kick and crunchy poppy seeds, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • 1 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
  3. Cream the butter and sugar until fluffy in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture and beat well.
  5. Incorporate the lemon zest and lemon juice until well combined.
  6. Combine the dry and wet ingredients by gradually adding the dry mixture to the creamed mixture.
  7. Add the poppy seeds gently, folding them into the dough.
  8. Scoop the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing each scoop apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  10. Make the frosting by beating together the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  11. Frost the cooled cookies generously.
  12. Enjoy your delicious cookies!

Notes

For a gluten-free option, replace all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. You can also experiment with adding blueberries or coconut.

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Keywords: cookies, lemon, poppy seeds, dessert, baking

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