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Limoncello Cookies

Deliciously tangy and sweet cookies infused with the bright flavor of limoncello, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup limoncello
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Coating
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the egg, limoncello, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
Bake the Cookies
  1. Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  3. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  4. Once cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar to coat.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

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