Lemon Turmeric Crinkles

Lemon Turmeric Crinkles
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    15 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 5 mins
  • SERVING
    18 People
  • VIEWS
    12

Delight in these sunshine-hued Lemon Turmeric Crinkles, where bright citrus meets earthy spice. These aren't just cookies; they're bursts of lemony flavor, dusted with sweetness, and baked to delicate, crinkled perfection. A unique twist on a classic, offering a symphony of taste and texture in every bite.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    21 g
  • Cholesterol
    17 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    2 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    112 mg
  • Sugar
    13 g
  • Fat
    5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Zest Alchemy: In a bowl, mingle granulated sugar and lemon zest. With your fingertips, gently rub the zest into the sugar until the sugar turns a moist, pale yellow. (Estimated time: 5 minutes)

02

Step

Emulsion Elixir: In a spacious bowl, whisk together olive oil and turmeric. Let it sit for about 1 minute. (Estimated time: 1 minute)

03

Step

Creamy Fusion: Introduce the sugar mixture, softened cream cheese, egg, and vanilla extract into the bowl. Whisk vigorously until the concoction is exceptionally smooth and light. (Estimated time: 2-3 minutes)

04

Step

Leavening Infusion: Incorporate baking soda and salt into the mixture, whisking until evenly distributed. (Estimated time: 1 minute)

05

Step

Flour's Embrace: Gradually add flour, mixing with a spatula until just combined and no streaks remain. (Estimated time: 2 minutes)

06

Step

Chill Time: Envelop the dough and refrigerate until firm and no longer sticky, a minimum of 30 minutes, but it can rest comfortably overnight. (Estimated time: 30+ minutes)

07

Step

Oven's Prelude: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Prepare baking sheets with parchment paper. (Estimated time: 10 minutes)

08

Step

Sugary Cocoon: Place powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. (Estimated time: 1 minute)

09

Step

Cookie Metamorphosis: Employ a cookie scoop (1 1/2 tablespoon) to portion the dough. Gently roll each cookie in the powdered sugar, ensuring a generous coating. Place each sugared ball on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them well apart. (Estimated time: 15 minutes)

10

Step

Baking Ballet: Bake in the preheated oven until the cookies exhibit a delightful crinkled appearance and are slightly golden on the bottom. The tops should appear fairly dry to the touch. (Estimated time: 13-15 minutes)

11

Step

Cooling Serenade: Allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before serving. (Estimated time: 30 minutes)

For a more intense lemon flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon extract to the dough.
Ensure your cream cheese and egg are truly at room temperature for a smoother, better-emulsified dough.
Don’t overbake! The cookies should be soft and cake-like, not crispy.
If the dough is too sticky after chilling, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it reaches a manageable consistency.

Cathy Marvin

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 4 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Florencio Corwin

    I added a pinch of cardamom to the dough, and it added a lovely warmth to the cookies.

  • Arden Schneider

    The lemon and turmeric are perfectly balanced - not too sweet and not too spicy.

  • Freeman Hauck

    My kids helped me make these, and they loved rolling the dough in the powdered sugar. A fun family activity!

  • Alena Volkman

    These cookies were a huge hit at my book club! Everyone raved about the unique flavor combination.

  • Justina Cartwright

    I accidentally overbaked them a little, but they were still delicious! Just keep a close eye on them.

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