Lemon Muffin Top Cookies

Lemon Muffin Top Cookies recipe pinit

Muffin top cookies get their name from their resemblance to the top of a muffin, with a crispy exterior and soft interior.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 37 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 12 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 37 mins
Servings: 12 Calories: 2160
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each mound of dough slightly with the back of a spoon.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Once cooled, dust the cookies with powdered sugar.
  9. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 180kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g13%
Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
Sugars 15g
Protein 2g4%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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