Lemon Poppy Seed Shortbread Recipe

Indulge in the bright, zesty flavor of these delightful Lemon Poppy Seed Shortbread cookies! This recipe combines the buttery richness of shortbread with the tangy burst of lemon and the subtle crunch of poppy seeds. Perfect for tea time, holiday gatherings, or a special treat any day of the week. (Note: Prep time includes a significant chilling period.)

Prep Time 270 mins
Cook Time 265 mins
Calories 148.4 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Poppy Seed Shortbread

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How to Make Lemon Poppy Seed Shortbread

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and ¾ cup granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Beat until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons poppy seeds, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight.
  7. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough between two sheets of parchment paper to ¼-inch thickness.
  8. Using a sharp knife or cookie cutter, cut the dough into 3x2-inch bars or your desired shape.
  9. Carefully transfer the shortbread bars to the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch between each.
  10. Prick each shortbread bar with a fork several times.
  11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  12. Let the shortbread cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

29g

Carbs

4g

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