Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies, where refreshing lemon zest meets the unique crunch of poppy seeds. These delectable cookies are topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting, making them perfect for any occasion, from celebrations to cozy afternoons at home. Their bright flavor and creamy texture will have everyone reaching for seconds. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, baking these treats is a breeze!
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 110 g butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 210 g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 200 g cream cheese (cold)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 75 g powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp agave or honey
- 120 g heavy cream
- Poppy seeds for sprinkling on top
- Lemon slices for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the butter and granulated sugar until creamy. Add lemon zest, egg, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, poppy seeds, and salt. Gradually combine with the wet mixture.
- Scoop dough onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat cold cream cheese until smooth; mix in vanilla extract, powdered sugar, agave or honey, and heavy cream until fluffy.
- Frost cooled cookies and optionally garnish with poppy seeds or lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 143
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to improve texture. Experiment with toppings like crushed nuts or citrus zest for added flair.