Lemon Pudding Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the bright, zesty flavor of lemon with the softness of a cookie. These cookies are not only easy to make but also wonderfully fragrant and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale:
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 package (3.4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Fresh lemon zest for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
Gradually mix in the instant lemon pudding mix until fully incorporated.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until smooth.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing just until combined.
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optionally, dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle fresh lemon zest on top before serving.
