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Lemon Cheesecake Cookies

Lemon Cheesecake Cookies: Light, Fluffy, and Irresistibly Zesty

These Lemon Cheesecake Cookies blend creamy cream cheese with zesty lemon for a light, fluffy treat that's perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 28 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup White Sugar Substitute with coconut sugar for a caramel flavor.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Softened; any cream cheese works and low-fat versions can be used for a lighter cookie.
  • ½ cup Butter Softened; use unsalted butter for better control of sweetness.
  • 1 Egg Increases richness; omit for a vegan option and use a flax egg instead.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed recommended for the best taste.
  • 2 tsp Lemon Zest Can be substituted with zest from other citrus fruits.
  • cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 tsp Cornstarch Makes the cookies light and fluffy.
  • ½ tsp Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent; ensure it's fresh.
  • ¼ tsp Salt Enhances flavors and balances sweetness.
For the Glaze
  • ½ cup Powdered Sugar Can be replaced with a sugar substitute.
  • 1 tsp Milk Non-dairy milk can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tsp Additional Lemon Juice Use fresh for optimal flavor.

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a stand mixer, combine the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and softened butter. Beat on medium speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Incorporate the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest into the cream mixture. Continue mixing until everything is fully integrated.
  3. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch to the wet mixture. Stir slowly until just combined.
  4. Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Using about 1.5 tablespoons of chilled dough for each cookie, roll them into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 11-13 minutes until lightly golden around the edges.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar, additional lemon juice, and milk for the glaze until smooth yet pourable.
  10. Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over each cookie and allow it to set for about 10-15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 110mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For extended freshness, store in the fridge for up to 6 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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