Poppy Seed Cookies Recipe ๐ช
Description: Indulge in the delightful flavor of homemade Poppy Seed Cookies with this easy-to-follow recipe. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy weeknight treat or a festive Christmas gathering. With a prep time of just 3 hours and 30 minutes and a total time of 3 hours and 40 minutes, you’ll have freshly baked cookies ready to enjoy in no time!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter ๐ง
- 1/3 cup margarine ๐ฟ
- 2 cups sugar ๐
- 1 cup flour ๐พ
- 1/3 teaspoon salt ๐ง
- 1/4 lemon, rind of ๐
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract ๐ฟ
- 2 tablespoons poppy seeds ๐ฑ
Nutritional Information (per serving – 1 cookie):
- Calories: 69.2
- Fat: 4.3g
- Saturated Fat: 2.6g
- Cholesterol: 25.9mg
- Sodium: 60.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 6.9g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Sugar: 2.8g
- Protein: 0.8g
Recipe Yield: 24 cookies
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Begin by creaming together the butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy. |
| 2 | Beat in the egg yolks, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated. |
| 3 | Add the flour, salt, lemon rind, vanilla extract, and poppy seeds to the mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. |
| 4 | Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow it to firm up. This step is crucial for shaping the cookies later. |
| 5 | Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC) and grease a cookie sheet with butter or non-stick cooking spray. |
| 6 | Shape the chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place them onto the prepared cookie sheet, leaving space between each cookie for spreading. |
| 7 | Using a fork, gently flatten each ball of dough to create a crisscross pattern on top. |
| 8 | Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. |
| 9 | Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the cookie sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. |
| 10 | Enjoy your freshly baked Poppy Seed Cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of tea for a delightful treat! |
These cookies are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They also freeze well, so you can make a batch ahead of time and thaw them as needed for a quick snack or dessert. With their delicate flavor and tender texture, these Poppy Seed Cookies are sure to become a favorite in your household!
