Can I use regular butter instead of vegan butter?

Yes, you can substitute regular unsalted butter if you're not following a vegan diet.

Can I freeze these cookies?

It's best to enjoy them fresh; freezing may alter their texture.

What can I substitute for lemon juice?

Lime juice can be used as an alternative, though it will change the flavor profile slightly.

Zesty Vegan Lemon Crinkle Cookies

Name: Zesty Vegan Lemon Crinkle Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 18
Ingredients: ½ cup Vegan Butter; 1 cup Organic Granulated Sugar; 1 tsp Vanilla Extract; 3 tsp Lemon Zest; 1 tsp Lemon Extract; 3 tbsp Lemon Juice; ⅛ tsp Turmeric; 1¾ cup All-Purpose Flour; 1 tbsp Cornstarch; ½ tsp Baking Soda; ¼ tsp Salt; 1 cup Powdered Sugar

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Zesty Vegan Lemon Crinkle Cookies

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 10 mins Rest Time 5 mins Total Time 30 mins

Cooking Temp: 180 C Servings: 18 Estimated Cost: $ 10 Calories: 61

Best Season: Summer, Spring

Description

These Lemon Crinkle Cookies are a delightful vegan treat that combines the bright flavors of lemon zest and juice with a soft, chewy texture. Rolled in powdered sugar, they have a beautiful crinkled appearance and are perfect for any occasion.

Instructions

Preparing the Dough

Preparing the Dough
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, use a hand-held mixer to beat together the vegan butter and granulated sugar until creamy.
3. Add the vanilla extract, lemon extract, lemon zest, lemon juice, and turmeric to the mixture. Mix until well combined.
4. Gradually add the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt, mixing on low speed until just combined.

Forming the Cookies

Forming the Cookies
1. Form the dough into balls, about 2 tablespoons each, and roll them in powdered sugar.
2. Slightly flatten the tops of the balls before placing them on the prepared cookie sheet.

Baking the Cookies

Baking the Cookies
1. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until they are soft but set.
2. Allow cookies to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 18

Amount Per Serving
Calories 169.91kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.18g10%
Saturated Fat 5.69g29%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Sodium 68.31mg3%
Potassium 17.7mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 27.73g10%
Dietary Fiber 0.38g2%
Sugars 17.75g
Protein 1.27g3%

Vitamin A 0.01 IU
Vitamin C 1.54 mg
Calcium 2.81 mg
Iron 0.6 mg
Vitamin E 0.26 IU
Vitamin K 1.53 mcg
Thiamin 0.09 mg
Riboflavin 0.06 mg
Niacin 0.72 mg
Folate 4.1 mcg
Phosphorus 13.54 mg
Magnesium 2.98 mg
Zinc 0.09 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Ensure that the vegan butter is at room temperature for easier mixing.

The cookies will be soft when taken out of the oven but will firm up as they cool.

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 to 4 days.

Zesty Vegan Lemon Crinkle Cookies