Description
Lemon Snowballs are a delightful dessert that captures the essence of sunshine in every bite. These light and fluffy treats are infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, giving them a refreshing tang that perfectly complements their sweet, powdered sugar coating. Ideal for summer picnics, holiday gatherings, or simply as an afternoon snack, Lemon Snowballs are easy to prepare and require just a few simple ingredients. In less than an hour, you can create a batch that will impress your family and friends with their vibrant flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. Plus, they store well in the fridge or freezer, making them perfect for make-ahead treats.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Juice from 2 lemons
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and one cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture until fully incorporated.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden but still soft inside. Cool on the baking sheet before dusting with additional powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg