Lemony Rolled Sugar Cookies Recipe

Name: Lemony Rolled Sugar Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup brown rice flour; ¾ cup rice flour; ¾ cup sorghum flour; ½ cup tapioca flour; 1 ½ teaspoons xanthan gum; 1 teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon baking powder, gluten free; ½ teaspoon salt; 1 ½ cups granulated sugar; ¾ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature; 2 ounces cream cheese; 1 large egg; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, gluten free; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; ⅓ cup granulated sugar, for rolling cookies

Servings: persons

¾ cup brown rice flour
¾ cup rice flour
¾ cup sorghum flour
½ cup tapioca flour
1 ½ teaspoons xanthan gum
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder, gluten free
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
¾ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
2 ounces cream cheese
1 large egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract, gluten free
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
⅓ cup granulated sugar, for rolling cookies

1
Preheat oven to 350EsF.
2
Line your baking sheets with parchment or a silpat mat and set aside.
3
In a large bowl, mix together all the flours, xanthan gum, baking soda, baking powder, and salt and set aside.
4
Using a mixer, beat the butter and cream cheese until well combined and smooth.
5
Add the sugar and combine until smooth yet fluffy.
6
Add the egg, vanilla, and lemon.
7
Mix until combined.
8
In a large bowl, add the dry ingredients gradually.
9
Allow them to incorporate after every addition before adding more.
10
I use a cookie scoop to get evenly sized cookies.
11
Place the extra sugar on a plate or in a bowl.
12
You want them to be a rounded tablespoon.
13
Roll the dough into a ball the sugar til coated on all around.
14
Place on a baking sheet 2 inches apart.
15
Bake 9-12 minutes.
16
My bake time was 7 minutes, turn, and 4 minutes.
17
You want them to be SLIGHTLY browned on the edges.
18
Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
19
Transfer to a cooling rack.
20
While most cookies are best right out of the oven, sugar cookies, in my opinion, are an exception.
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I think they're much better once completely cooled.
22
Even better the next day actually.
23
Something about how they rest I guess.
24
Plus the flavors all seem to come together better once they have cooled.
25
Store them in an airtight container to keep them soft and chewy.

1049

kcal

Calories

Fat

157

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup brown rice flour, ¾ cup rice flour, ¾ cup sorghum flour, ½ cup tapioca flour, and more.

Yes, Lemony Rolled Sugar 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lemony Rolled Sugar Cookies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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