Description
Indulge in the delightful balance of flavors and textures with these Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies. These zesty treats combine the refreshing taste of lemon and the unique crunch of poppy seeds, all enveloped in a luscious cheesecake frosting. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a sunny picnic or an intimate gathering, these cookies are sure to impress. With their chewy cookie base and creamy topping, they offer a satisfying bite that keeps everyone coming back for more. Easy to make and visually stunning, this recipe is a fantastic way to bring joy to your baking adventures!
Ingredients
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 110 g butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 210 g all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- ½ tsp salt
- 200 g cold cream cheese
- 75 g powdered sugar
- 120 g heavy cream
Instructions
- Melt butter gently and chill. Rub sugar with lemon zest.
- Mix cooled butter with lemon-infused sugar; add egg and vanilla.
- Combine dry ingredients and mix into wet until soft dough forms.
- Scoop dough into balls, chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 180ºC / 355ºF; bake chilled cookie balls for 10–11 minutes.
- Beat frosting ingredients until stiff peaks form; chill if not using immediately.
- Frost cooled cookies and garnish with lemon slices or extra poppy seeds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (53g)
- Calories: 164
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 113mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 24mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Chill dough to prevent spreading during baking. Experiment with toppings like nuts or chocolate chips for variation.