Sweet, tart, and refreshingly zesty, these Cool Lemon Cookies are coated in a tangy lemonade-sugar mixture, making them the perfect summer treat!
Cool Lemon Cookies
Sweet, tart, and refreshingly zesty, these Cool Lemon Cookies are coated in a tangy lemonade-sugar mixture, making them the perfect summer treat!
Equipment
- Baking sheets, Parchment paper or silicone baking mat, Large mixing bowl, Electric mixer, Measuring cups and spoons, Resealable plastic bag, Wire rack
Ingredients
For the cookies:
- ½ cup 60 g powdered sugar
- ½ cup 100 g granulated sugar
- ½ cup 64 g vegetable shortening
- ¾ cup 170 g nondairy yogurt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pure lemon extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2½ cups 313 g all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
For the coating:
- 1 cup 120 g powdered sugar
- 1 envelope ¼ ounce, or 7 g unsweetened lemonade drink mix powder (e.g., Kool-Aid)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (170°C, or gas mark 3).
- Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat together the powdered sugar, granulated sugar, shortening, yogurt, vanilla extract, lemon extract, and salt until creamy.
- Gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Beat until the dough is smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough (about 1 ounce or 28 g per cookie) onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them evenly.
- Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly browned.
- While the cookies bake, prepare the coating by combining the powdered sugar and lemonade drink mix in a resealable plastic bag.
- Shake to mix.
- Let the cookies cool for about 5 minutes after baking.
- Add 4 or 5 cookies at a time to the bag, seal, and shake gently to coat them in the sugar mixture.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Tip:
Serve these cookies slightly chilled for an extra refreshing treat, perfect for warm summer days.
Wine Advice:
Pair with a citrusy Moscato or a crisp Sauvignon Blanc to enhance the bright lemon flavors.
Nutrition values
Calories: 140 kcal | Carbohydrates: 23 g | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 5 g | Sugar: 13 g