Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies
Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the bright, zesty flavor of lemon with a rich, creamy cheesecake frosting. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply indulging on a cozy afternoon. The charming poppy seeds add a delightful crunch and visual appeal, making these cookies as beautiful as they are delicious. Easy to prepare and quick to bake, they’re bound to become a family favorite. With their refreshing taste and soft texture, each bite is sure to bring smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 110 g butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 210 g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1/2 tsp salt
- For the Cheesecake Frosting: 200 g cream cheese, 75 g powdered sugar, 120 g heavy cream
Instructions
- Cream together the granulated sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, poppy seeds, and lemon zest.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- While cooling, prepare the frosting by beating cream cheese with powdered sugar and gradually adding heavy cream until fluffy.
- Once cooled, frost each cookie generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg