Lavadores Washboard Cookies Recipe

Authentic Portuguese Lavadores Washboard Cookies! This recipe, inspired by portuguesecooking.com, delivers melt-in-your-mouth buttery cookies with a delightful lemon zest. These simple yet elegant cookies are perfect for any occasion – from afternoon tea to holiday gatherings. The unique washboard texture adds a touch of rustic charm.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 85.5 kcal
Protein 3g
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Ingredients for Lavadores Washboard Cookies

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How to Make Lavadores Washboard Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of the sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 1 minute).
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the batter is pale yellow and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  4. Stir in the grated lemon peel.
  5. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  7. Gently knead the dough in the bowl for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  8. Place the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar in a shallow dish.
  9. Roll the dough into 1 1/2-inch balls.
  10. Roll each ball in the sugar to coat.
  11. Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
  12. Gently flatten each cookie with the tines of a fork to create a washboard pattern.
  13. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  14. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

6g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lavadores Washboard Cookies?

Lavadores Washboard Cookies takes about 60 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lavadores Washboard Cookies?

Lavadores Washboard Cookies has approximately 85.5 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lavadores Washboard Cookies?

The key ingredients for Lavadores Washboard Cookies are Butter, Sugar, Eggs, Lemon, Flour, Baking Powder. See the full list with measurements above.

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