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How to Make Citrus Egg Yolk Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you a fan of zesty citrus flavors and decadent desserts? Look no further than these delicious citrus egg yolk cookies! Packed with bright, tangy citrus flavors and rich, creamy egg yolks, these cookies are a delightful treat for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a unique addition to your next brunch or a special dessert to indulge in, these citrus egg yolk cookies are sure to impress.

What sets these cookies apart is the use of egg yolks in the dough, which adds a luxurious...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups white sugar
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon lemon extract
  • ½ teaspoon orange extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 60
  • Yield: 60 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease or line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Beat sugar and butter together in a bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Beat egg yolks, vanilla extract, lemon extract, and orange extract together in another bowl. Add egg yolk mixture to butter mixture; beat well.
  • Sift flour, baking soda, and cream of tartar together in a bowl. Stir flour mixture into butter mixture until dough is well-blended. Roll dough into walnut-size balls and place on prepared baking sheets. Press dough balls to slightly flatten.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden around the edges and set, 8 to 10 minutes.

    • Nutrition

    71 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 29mg
    • Sodium: 44mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 4mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 17mg

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