Description
Delightful cookies combining the tangy brightness of lemon with the sweet creaminess of white chocolate, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (firmly packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
- 1 (11-ounce) bag white chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190ºC).
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and both sugars until light and creamy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until smooth.
- Gradually add the flour mixture until combined. Stir in the lemon zest and white chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Roll the dough into ping pong-sized balls and place them on a lined cookie sheet. Flatten slightly.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the cookies are just beginning to brown slightly on the bottom. Do not overbake.
- Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes on the sheets, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container.
Notes
For best texture, ensure butter is at room temperature. Use fresh lemon zest for stronger flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg