Pink Lemonade Cookies Delightful Summer Treat Recipe
These Pink Lemonade Cookies are a delightful summer treat that perfectly balances sweet and tangy flavors. With a hint of citrus and a dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies are a refreshing twist on a classic favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup pink lemonade drink mix (powdered)
Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Optional:
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips (optional)
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lining two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add Egg and Citrus: Beat in the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients.
- Mix Dry into Wet: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until fully incorporated. Fold in white chocolate chips if desired.
- Scoop and Shape: Drop rounded balls of dough onto baking sheets, flatten slightly with a glass.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Centers may appear slightly underbaked.
- Cool and Dust: Cool on baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with additional powdered sugar.
Notes
- For a chewier texture, slightly underbake the cookies.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: Pink Lemonade Cookies, Summer Treat, Dessert Recipe, Citrus Cookies
