Limoncello Cookies
Delight in these zesty Limoncello Cookies, featuring a tender crumb infused with the bright flavors of Italian limoncello liqueur and fresh lemon zest for a refreshing treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 29 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons limoncello liqueur
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, limoncello, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and beat until combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing until just incorporated.
- Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, dust cookies with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
For an extra burst of lemon flavor, drizzle cooled cookies with a simple lemon glaze made from powdered sugar and limoncello.
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