Lemon Yogurt Cookies Recipe

These delightfully light and zesty Lemon Yogurt Cookies are a delightful treat! Their bright white color is simply stunning, and the recipe is easily adaptable for orange or other citrus flavors. Get ready for a burst of sunshine in every bite! Perfect for afternoon tea, holiday baking, or any occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 24 mins
Calories 89.2 kcal
Protein 2g
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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Yogurt Cookies

  • Not found in recipe; recipe uses 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • Not found in recipe; recipe uses 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 2 large eggs
  • Not found in recipe
  • zest of 1 large lemon
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup plain yogurt

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How to Make Lemon Yogurt Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease with non-stick spray.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter and 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 cup plain yogurt, the zest of 1 large lemon, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 9-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

32g

Fat

1g

Carbs

5g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Yogurt Cookies?

Lemon Yogurt Cookies takes about 39 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 24 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Yogurt Cookies?

Lemon Yogurt Cookies has approximately 89.2 calories per serving, with about 2 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Yogurt Cookies?

The key ingredients for Lemon Yogurt Cookies are Cake Flour, Baking Soda, Baking Powder, Salt, Sugar, Lemon Low Fat Yogurt. See the full list with measurements above.

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