Lemon Cream Cheese Cookies Recipe

Name: Lemon Cream Cheese Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups Plain Or All Purpose Flour; 1 teaspoon Baking Powder; 1 teaspoon Cornflour Or Cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda; 1/4 teaspoons Salt; 1 Lemon, Zested; 1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, Mostly Melted; 1/4 cups Cream Cheese, Softened; 3/4 cups Caster Or Granulated Sugar; 1 Large Egg; 2 teaspoons Lemon Extract; FOR THE GLAZE:; 1 cup Icing Or Powdered Sugar; 4 teaspoons Lemon Juice

Servings: persons

2 cups Plain Or All Purpose Flour
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Cornflour Or Cornstarch
1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda
1/4 teaspoons Salt
1 Lemon, Zested
1/2 cups Unsalted Butter, Mostly Melted
1/4 cups Cream Cheese, Softened
3/4 cups Caster Or Granulated Sugar
1 Large Egg
2 teaspoons Lemon Extract
FOR THE GLAZE:
1 cup Icing Or Powdered Sugar
4 teaspoons Lemon Juice

1
For the cookies:
2
Preheat oven to 180u00b0C (350u00b0F or Gas 4), and line a baking tray with parchment paper, or a silicone mat. Set aside.
3
Whisk together flour, baking powder, cornflour, baking soda, salt, and lemon zest. Set aside.
4
Whisk together butter, cream cheese, and granulated or caster sugar. Add egg and mix until combined, then mix in lemon extract. Fold in the dry ingredients.
5
Roll the dough into 1 1/2-ounce balls, about 14 to 15 balls, and place on the prepared baking tray. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Allow to cool on the baking tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
6
For the glaze, mix together icing sugar and lemon juice until smooth and combined. Add more juice to reach desired consistency if needed. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies, and enjoy!

785

kcal

Calories

Fat

119

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups Plain Or All Purpose Flour, 1 teaspoon Baking Powder, 1 teaspoon Cornflour Or Cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoons Baking Soda, and more.

Yes, Lemon Cream Cheese 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.

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Lemon Cream Cheese Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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