Lemon And Poppy Seed Melt Away Cookies Recipe

Indulge in these melt-in-your-mouth Lemon & Poppy Seed Cookies, a delightful twist on a classic! Unlike other recipes, our version from the Better Homes and Gardens Homemade Cookies book delivers a uniquely delicate texture and bright lemon flavor, perfect for holiday gatherings or any special occasion. Make ahead and freeze un-coated cookies for effortless entertaining – simply thaw and dust with powdered sugar when guests arrive.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 270 mins
Calories 68.4 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Lemon And Poppy Seed Melt Away Cookies

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
  • Baking Soda
  • Egg Yolk
  • Milk
  • zest of 1 large lemon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • powdered sugar, for dusting
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

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How to Make Lemon And Poppy Seed Melt Away Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Stir in the lemon zest, poppy seeds, and lemon juice.
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto ungreased baking sheets.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
  9. Let cool on baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once completely cool, dust with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

8g

Carbs

3g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon And Poppy Seed Melt Away Cookies?

Lemon And Poppy Seed Melt Away Cookies takes about 300 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 270 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon And Poppy Seed Melt Away Cookies?

Lemon And Poppy Seed Melt Away Cookies has approximately 68.4 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 4 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon And Poppy Seed Melt Away Cookies?

The key ingredients for Lemon And Poppy Seed Melt Away Cookies are Butter, Granulated Sugar, Poppy Seed, Baking Soda, Egg Yolk, Milk. See the full list with measurements above.

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