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Mixed Flavor Sugar Cookies

Mixed Flavor Sugar Cookies prepared dish

These delightful mixed flavor sugar cookies are perfect for any occasion. With a combination of vanilla, almond, and lemon zest, they offer a unique twist on the classic sugar cookie. Enjoy them with a cup of tea or as a sweet treat for guests!

This recipe is american style, dessert, scaled for 6 servings, with 15 min prep and 10 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 10 min · Total: 25 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include granulated sugar, unsalted butter, almond extract, lemon zest.
  • Follow all 8 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter (softened)
  • 0.5 tsp almond extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, and lemon zest until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 180
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Carbohydrates: 26 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 50 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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