Lemon-Basil Cookies Recipe

Name: Lemon-Basil Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil; 2 tablespoons lemon zest; 2 tablespoons poppy seeds; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 2 large eggs; 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; Parchment paper

Servings: persons

1 cup butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 large eggs
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
Parchment paper

1
Beat first 7 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating just until blended after each addition.
2
Stir together flour and next 2 ingredients; gradually add to butter mixture, beating just until blended after each addition.
3
Shape dough into 4 logs (about 2 inches in diameter); wrap each log in plastic wrap. Chill 8 hours to 3 days.
4
Preheat oven to 350u00b0. Cut each log into 1/4-inch-thick slices; place on parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Bake 8 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from baking sheets to wire racks, and cool completely (about 20 minutes).

1272

kcal

Calories

Fat

185

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, softened, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 1/2 cup firmly packed light brown sugar, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil, and more.

Yes, Lemon-Basil 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.

Lemon-Basil Cookies

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