Zesty Vegan Lemon Crinkle Cookies

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Rest Time 5 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Cooking Method: Baking

Courses: Dessert

Difficulty: Beginner

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.

Ingredients

½ cup Vegan Butter (Softened to room temperature)
1 cup Organic Granulated Sugar
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
3 tsp Lemon Zest (Freshly grated)
1 tsp Lemon Extract (Optional)
3 tbsp Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed)
⅛ tsp Turmeric (For color)
1¾ cup All-Purpose Flour (Or flour of choice)
1 tbsp Cornstarch
½ tsp Baking Soda
¼ tsp Salt
1 cup Powdered Sugar (For rolling (optional))

Instructions

Preparing the Dough

1
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

2
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

3
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.

Keywords: Lemon, Crinkle Cookies, Vegan, Dessert, Easy Baking

Read it online: https://safedelights.com/recipe/zesty-vegan-lemon-crinkle-cookies/

Sharda & Sean

Cooking Enthusiast, Living with Food Allergies

Hi, we're Sharda and Sean!, the husband-and-wife team behind Safe Delights! We were both born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago—beautiful Caribbean islands known for vibrant cultures and bold flavors from around the world. After migrating to Canada, we turned our passion for delicious food into creating affordable, allergy-friendly recipes everyone can enjoy. I'm Sharda, the recipe creator with food allergies and flavor enthusiast, while Sean is my supportive husband and dedicated taste-tester. Together, we love exploring new dishes, sharing tasty meals with family, and bringing a touch of Caribbean warmth into every bite.