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Indulge in the zesty and spicy delight of our Lemon Ginger Cookies. This recipe brings you the perfect combination of tangy lemon and aromatic ginger in a scrumptiously soft cookie. Ideal for tea time or as a special treat, these cookies are sure to become a favorite.
Type of Cuisine:
American
Prep Time: 15 minutes & 45 minutes chill time.
Cook Time: 15 minutes
How Many Servings?
24 cookies
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| 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour | |
| ½ cup unsalted butter at room temperature | |
| ½ teaspoon ground ginger | |
| ½ teaspoon baking soda | |
| ½ teaspoon cardamom | |
| ¾ cup sugar | |
| 1 large egg at room temperature | |
| 2 tablespoons lemon zest | |
| 1 teaspoon vanilla | |
| 2 tablespoons crystal ginger chopped fine | |
| Ginger Sugar (Rolling sugar 2 tablespoon crystal ginger chopped fine mixed with 3 tablespoon sugar.) |
Glaze:
| ¾ cup powdered sugar mix | |
| 2 tablespoons lemon juice (and a teaspoon of zest) |
Preparation
1
Sift the all-purpose flour into a medium bowl. Add ginger powder, baking soda, cardamom, and 2 tablespoons of crystallized ginger. Whisk until well combined and set aside.
2
In a large bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to beat the sugar and butter until light and fluffy, about 1 minute. Scrape down the sides, add the egg, and mix until fully incorporated. Beat in the vanilla, orange zest, and lemon zest for another minute until smooth and well combined.
3
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until fully combined. The dough will be sticky!
4
Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough with an ice cream scoop or your hands and gently roll it into a ball. Lightly dip the top of each ball into the ginger sugar mix, avoiding too much pressure. Arrange the cookies on a lined baking sheet, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for 45 minutes.
5
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place the chilled cookies 3 inches apart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat. Bake for 11-13 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the centers stay soft. Transfer to a cooling rack and let the cookies cool completely.
6
As the cookies cool, prepare the glaze by mixing lemon or orange juice with powdered sugar and zest until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cookies and let them set for about an hour before storing or packaging.
Finally, grab a cookie, share it with friends and family, and try not to finish the whole batch in one go!