Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies Recipe

Name: Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup poppy seed filling; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 cup butter, softened; 1-1/2 cups sugar; 3 large egg yolks; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; 2 teaspoons lemon extract; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1-1/4 teaspoons baking soda; 3/4 cup buttermilk; 3 cups confectioners' sugar; 2 tablespoons butter, softened; 1/4 cup 2% milk; 2 teaspoons lemon extract; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; Poppy seeds, optional

Servings: persons

1/2 cup poppy seed filling
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons lemon extract
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1-1/4 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 cup buttermilk
3 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 teaspoons lemon extract
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
Poppy seeds, optional

1
In a small bowl, combine the poppy seed filling and lemon juice; set aside. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks, lemon zest and extracts. Combine the flour, baking powder and baking soda; gradually add to creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk, beating well after each addition.
2
Drop by tablespoonfuls onto greased
3
. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make an indentation about 1/2 in. deep in the center of each. Fill with about 1/2 teaspoon of poppy seed filling. Top with a teaspoonful of dough.
4
Bake at 350u00b0 for 14-16 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.
5
For frosting, in a large bowl, beat the confectioners' sugar, butter, milk, extract and lemon zest until blended. Spread over cookies. Sprinkle with poppy seeds if desired.

1839

kcal

Calories

Fat

237

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup poppy seed filling, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, 1 cup butter, softened, 1-1/2 cups sugar, and more.

Yes, Lemon Poppy Seed 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 Poppy Seed Cookies

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