Lemon-Basil Snaps Recipe

Name: Lemon-Basil Snaps
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 3/4 cup butter, softened; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 large egg; 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1/3 cup minced fresh lemon basil leaves*; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/3 cup finely chopped pistachio nuts; 3 tablespoons sugar

Servings: persons

3/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 large egg
1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/3 cup minced fresh lemon basil leaves*
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup finely chopped pistachio nuts
3 tablespoons sugar

1
Beat butter at medium speed with electric mixer until fluffy; add 3/4 cup sugar, beating well. Add egg and next 3 ingredients, beating until blended.
2
Combine flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to butter mixture, beating until blended. Cover and chill 1 hour.
3
Combine nuts and 3 tablespoons sugar in a shallow bowl.
4
Shape dough into 1-inch balls; roll in nut mixture, and place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten slightly with hands or bottom of a glass.
5
Bake at 350u00b0 for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.
6
*Fresh sweet basil may be substituted.

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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: 3/4 cup butter, softened, 3/4 cup sugar, 1 large egg, 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind, and more.

Yes, Lemon-Basil Snaps falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon-Basil Snaps

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