For an even more intense lemon flavor, add a pinch of lemon zest to the reserved lemon sugar. If the dough becomes too soft to handle, return it to the freezer for a few more minutes. These cookies are best enjoyed within 2-3 days, stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
Luscious Lemon Snowballs
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS30
Delicate spheres of sunshine! These melt-in-your-mouth cookies offer a delightful burst of lemon, a whisper of crispness, and a cloud-like interior. The secret? Cream cheese and an abundance of lemon zest, creating a truly refreshing treat.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate19 g
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Cholesterol16 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium79 mg
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Sugar13 g
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Fat3 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepInfuse the sugar with lemon: In a food processor, combine the sugar and lemon zest. Pulse several times until the zest is finely minced and the sugar is fragrant. Reserve 1/2 cup of this lemon sugar in a separate bowl for coating the cookies. (5 minutes)
02
StepCreate the dough: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add the remaining lemon sugar mixture, egg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix well. (5 minutes)
03
StepIncorporate dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking powder and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (3 minutes)
04
StepChill the dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and freeze for 1 hour. This will prevent the cookies from spreading too thin during baking. (60 minutes)
05
StepPreheat and prepare: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet. (5 minutes)
06
StepShape and coat: Remove the dough from the freezer and shape into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in the reserved lemon sugar, coating completely. Place the cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Gently flatten each cookie slightly with your fingertips, then sprinkle with any remaining lemon sugar. (15 minutes)
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StepBake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies are lightly golden and firm. (12 minutes)
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StepCool and enjoy: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (10 minutes)
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Mittie Wintheiser
May 25, 2025These cookies are amazing! The perfect balance of sweet and tart.
Jamar Auer
Mar 8, 2025So easy to make and everyone loved them!
Sammie Borer
Mar 5, 2025I added a glaze to mine and they were even more decadent!