Lemon Crinkles

Name: Lemon Crinkles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup shortening; 1 egg; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup white sugar, or as needed

Eats Now Editorial Team · 509 kcal · General

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Lemon Crinkles – a delicious recipe with brown sugar, shortening, egg, lemon zest, flour, baking soda. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup shortening
1 egg
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup white sugar, or as needed

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2
Mix brown sugar, shortening, egg, and lemon zest together in a bowl until creamy. Stir in flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, ginger, and salt until dough comes together.
3
Pour white sugar onto a plate. Roll dough into 1-inch balls; dip 1 side in white sugar. Arrange balls, sugared-side up, on 2 baking sheets.
4
Bake in the preheated oven until edges are pale golden and tops look dry, 10 to 12 minutes.

509

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

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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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup shortening, 1 egg, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and more.

Yes, Lemon Crinkles 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
509 kcal
Category
General

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