Lemon Cookies

Prep time: 10 min

Cook time: 15 min

Servings: 12

Lemon cookies are a delightful treat that combine the tangy zest of lemons with the sweetness of a classic cookie. These cookies offer a refreshing twist on traditional flavors, making them perfect for any occasion, from afternoon tea to holiday gatherings. 

Ingredients

55 grams low-fat cream cheese

55 grams butter

5 tbsp monk sugar

1 medium egg

200 grams almond meal flour

4 tbsp lemon juice

1 zest lemon of 1 lemon

30 grams monk sugar

1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice

lemon zest to taste

Direction

1. Cream the butter, cream cheese, 4 tbsp lemon juice and lemon zest together with the powdered erythritol until smooth. Use a food processor or an electric mixer.

2. Add the egg and mix until well-combined. Last, add the almond flour and mix.

3. The dough is fairly soft at this stage. Wrap it in cling film and place either in the fridge for 20 - 30 minutes or in the freezer for about 10 minutes.

4. Pre-heat the oven to 180 Celsius / 356 Fahrenheit.

5. Line a baking tray with parchment paper. Form 12 cookie dough balls and place them on the tray, flattening them slightly with your hand.

6. Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly browned at the bottom (and ever so slightly browned on top).

7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.

8. Stir together the lemon juice, powdered erythritol and lemon zest for the glaze and spread over the cooled cookies.