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Vegan Lemon Crinkle Cookies

Vegan Lemon Crinkle Cookies that Brighten Your Day

Delight in these Vegan Lemon Crinkle Cookies, bursting with zesty flavor and perfect for guilt-free indulgence.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Crinkle Cookies
  • 200 grams Icing Sugar Best to use powdered sugar for smooth results.
  • 100 grams Dairy-Free Softened Butter 'Naturli Vegan Block' or 'Flora Plant-Based Block Butter' recommended.
  • 60 ml Lemon Juice Fresh-squeezed juice is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Zest from a large lemon for more aroma.
  • 250 grams Plain Flour Use all-purpose flour for the best texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Bicarbonate of Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric or Yellow Food Gel Adjust for natural color options.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric Whisk
  • Baking Tray
  • Sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vegan Lemon Crinkle Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with greaseproof paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine icing sugar with the softened dairy-free butter, and beat until smooth and pale.
  3. Add the lemon juice and zest, mix thoroughly until well combined.
  4. Sift in plain flour, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, and turmeric or yellow food gel; fold until a thick dough forms.
  5. Scoop 40 grams of dough, roll into a ball, and coat generously in icing sugar; let rest for 10 minutes.
  6. Roll the dough balls again in icing sugar, space on the tray to bake.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes until puffed up and tops are crackling.
  8. Cool on the tray for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use block-style vegan butter and monitor baking times closely.

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