A Rustic, Quick, and Easy Biscuit Recipe
These Lemon Dunking Cookies are the perfect snack for dipping in a warm cup of milk, tea, or coffee. 🍋☕
Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, these lemon-flavored biscuits are easy to make and are a great way to start your morning!
Inspired by traditional Italian recipes, these cookies are similar to Paste da Latte, but with a refreshing twist of lemon juice instead of milk. 🥄💛
Why Nonna Loves This Recipe
Nonna loves these Lemon Dunking Cookies because they are simple to prepare and remind her of the good old days when biscuits were made fresh and dipped into hot milk at breakfast.
The combination of lemon and a crispy texture makes these cookies the perfect companion for any hot beverage. They are great for dipping and have an irresistible aroma that fills the kitchen. 🍪☕💕
Cooking Time
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 8 cookies
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: Inexpensive
Ingredients
For the Biscuits:
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup caster sugar
2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 egg (about 1 ⅓ tablespoons)
⅓ cup seed oil (or olive oil)
For the Surface:
Lemon juice, to taste
Granulated sugar, to taste
Method
Prepare the Dough:
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. 🥄Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and sugar together until well combined. Add lemon juice and oil to the mixture and stir. 🍋Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture. Use a fork to mix until combined, then knead with your hands to form a dough. The dough will be slightly sticky but don’t worry—no more flour is needed! 🤲
Shape and Bake:
Shape the Cookies:
With floured hands, take small portions of dough and shape them into biscuits. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each cookie. 🍪Add Lemon and Sugar:
Brush each biscuit with lemon juice and sprinkle granulated sugar over the top. 🍋Bake:
Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the biscuits for about 15 minutes. The biscuits should be light in color and crispy on the outside. 🍽️
Serve:
Cool and Serve:
Once baked, remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack. Serve with your favorite hot beverage and enjoy! ☕🍪
Tips and Variations
Flavor Variations: You can substitute orange juice for lemon juice if you prefer a different citrus flavor. 🍊
Gluten-Free Option: Use rice flour instead of all-purpose flour for a gluten-free version of these delicious biscuits. 🌾
Storage: Store the Lemon Dunking Cookies in an airtight container for up to 1 week to maintain freshness. Keep them in a biscuit tin or jar for easy access. 🏠
Nutritional Facts (Per Cookie)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 18 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 20 mg |
| Sodium | 50 mg |
| Sugar | 7 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
Lemon Dunking Cookies: Perfect for Your Morning Tea or Coffee
Notes
Ingredients
For the Biscuits:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup caster sugar
- 2 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 egg (about 1 ⅓ tablespoons)
- ⅓ cup seed oil (or olive oil)
For the Surface:
- Lemon juice, to taste
- Granulated sugar, to taste
Method
Prepare the Dough:
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. 🥄 - Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and sugar together until well combined. Add lemon juice and oil to the mixture and stir. 🍋 - Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture. Use a fork to mix until combined, then knead with your hands to form a dough. The dough will be slightly sticky but don't worry—no more flour is needed! 🤲
Shape and Bake:
- Shape the Cookies:
With floured hands, take small portions of dough and shape them into biscuits. Arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each cookie. 🍪 - Add Lemon and Sugar:
Brush each biscuit with lemon juice and sprinkle granulated sugar over the top. 🍋 - Bake:
Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the biscuits for about 15 minutes. The biscuits should be light in color and crispy on the outside. 🍽️
Serve:
- Cool and Serve:
Once baked, remove the biscuits from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack. Serve with your favorite hot beverage and enjoy! ☕🍪
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