Italian Lemon Cookies Recipe

Name: Italian Lemon Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 cups flour; 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 3 large eggs; 1/2 cup sugar; 4 ounces butter, softened; 1 lemon, zest of, grated; 1/2 cup whole milk; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 2 cups powdered sugar; 3/4 tablespoon orange juice; colored candy sprinkles

Servings: persons

3 1/2 cups flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3 large eggs
1/2 cup sugar
4 ounces butter, softened
1 lemon, zest of, grated
1/2 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups powdered sugar
3/4 tablespoon orange juice
colored candy sprinkles

1
In a small bowl, sift flour and baking powder together.
2
In mixing bowl, beat eggs with sugar until light and lemon colored.
3
Add the softened butter and lemon zest.
4
Slowly beat in the flour and baking powder.
5
Gradually add milk and vanilla.
6
Dough should be soft.
7
Divide dough into 6 sections.
8
Roll out each section into a rope 1/2-inch wide.
9
Cut into 3-inch pieces and twist each piece to form a loop.
10
Place on a greased baking sheet or a parchment lined baking sheet.
11
Bake in a 350u00b0F oven for 10-12 minutes or until light brown.
12
Remove from oven and cool.
13
Combine the powdered sugar and enough orange juice to form a thin icing.
14
Brush on top of cookies and sprinkle with colored candies.
15
Makes about 4 dozen cookies, depending on size and shape of cookie.

1059

kcal

Calories

Fat

172

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 cups flour, 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 3 large eggs, 1/2 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Italian Lemon Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Italian Lemon Cookies

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