Description
Indulge in the bright flavors of Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies, a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. With a soft and chewy texture, these cookies are elevated by a luscious cheesecake frosting that adds a creamy finish. The zesty lemon and crunchy poppy seeds create an irresistible combination that will leave your taste buds singing. Whether you’re enjoying them as an afternoon snack or serving them at a spring gathering, these cookies are sure to impress. Easy to make and incredibly versatile, they can be adorned with fresh berries or lemon slices for an extra burst of flavor. Experience the refreshing taste of these delightful cookies today!
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 110 g butter
- 1 large egg
- 210 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 200 g cream cheese
- 120 g heavy cream
- 1 tbsp agave or honey
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together granulated sugar, butter, and lemon zest until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, poppy seeds, and salt. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie. Bake for about 10 minutes or until lightly golden.
- While cooling, prepare frosting by beating cold cream cheese until smooth. Mix in vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and agave or honey. Gradually add heavy cream until fluffy.
- Once cookies are cooled completely, frost generously and sprinkle with extra poppy seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (40g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg