Description
Lemon Chia Seed Cookies are a refreshing and nutritious treat that perfectly captures the essence of summer. With a delightful zesty lemon flavor and a chewy texture enhanced by the crunch of chia seeds, these cookies are not only delicious but also packed with health benefits.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour – 2 cups (240 g)
- Chia seeds – 2 tablespoons (30 g)
- Lemon zest – 1 tablespoon (from about 1 large lemon)
- Lemon juice – 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
- Sugar – 1 cup (200 g)
- Butter – 1/2 cup (115 g), softened
- Baking powder – 1 teaspoon (5 g)
- Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
- Salt – a pinch
- Powdered sugar – 1 cup (120 g) (for glaze)
- Additional lemon juice – 2 tablespoons (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, chia seeds, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and additional lemon juice until smooth.
- Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle the lemon glaze over the top of each cookie.
- Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- These cookies can also be frozen for longer storage.
- For an extra lemony flavor, consider increasing the lemon zest and juice in the cookie dough.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: Lemon, Chia Seeds, Cookies, Summer Treat, Healthy Dessert