Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies, a unique treat that combines zesty lemon flavor with the creamy goodness of cheesecake frosting. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are not just delicious but also visually appealing, making them an excellent choice for gatherings or simple afternoon snacks. The combination of bright lemon zest and crunchy poppy seeds creates a refreshing experience that will leave your guests wanting more. Easy to make with common ingredients, these cookies are sure to impress both novice and experienced bakers alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 110 g butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 210 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 200 g cream cheese (cold)
- 120 g heavy cream
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 75 g powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp agave or honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together granulated sugar and butter until fluffy. Mix in the egg and vanilla.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt) to the wet mixture along with lemon zest and poppy seeds.
- Scoop dough onto the baking sheet, leaving space between cookies, and bake for about 10 minutes until golden.
- For frosting, beat cold cream cheese until smooth; mix in vanilla, powdered sugar, and agave or honey. Gradually add heavy cream until fluffy.
- Once cookies cool completely, frost each cookie and optionally garnish with poppy seeds or lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg