How to Make Lemon Crinkles - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing beats the zesty aroma and taste of lemon in a sweet treat, and these Lemon Crinkles are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. These soft and chewy cookies are bursting with citrus flavor, and their crinkled appearance makes them as delightful to look at as they are to eat.

Perfect for any time of year, but especially refreshing in the warmer months, Lemon Crinkles are a wonderful addition to any dessert spread. Whether you’re serving them at a picnic, a potluck,...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup white sugar, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 3 dozen

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix brown sugar, shortening, egg, and lemon zest together in a bowl until creamy. Stir in flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, ginger, and salt until dough comes together.
  • Pour white sugar onto a plate. Roll dough into 1-inch balls; dip 1 side in white sugar. Arrange balls, sugared-side up, on 2 baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are pale golden and tops look dry, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    80 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 37mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 7mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 23mg