Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside- these cookies feature a bright lemon flavor. Then, I added poopy seeds for even more flavor and a slight crunch. Think of your favorite muffin or loaf in cookie form!

The secret to a more intense lemon flavor comes from creating lemon-infused sugar. Simply rub the lemon zest with sugar at the beginning of the mixing process. This causes lemon oil from the zest to release and mix with the sugar. The result is a more intense lemon flavor!

And, with only a few simple ingredients, this lemon cookie dough comes together in no time! Buttery, but not cakey. Sweet, but also a little tart. This recipes requires no eggs and no chilling time.

Ready. Set. Zest.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe

• No chilling required!
• Light & crisp cookies!
• Bright, lemon flavor!
• Ready in 20 minutes!
• Uses a few, simple ingredients!
• Plus, you can add a sweet lemon glaze for even more flavor!

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Ingredients in Gluten Free Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies

• Butter
• Brown Sugar
• Lemons
• Vanilla
• Baking Soda
• Salt
• Gluten Free Flour Blend
• Poppy Seeds

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Steps to Make Gluten Free Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large mixing bowl, add the sugar and lemon zest. Use clean hands to rub the sugar and zest together. Let sit for a few minutes.
3. Next, add the butter and beat until smooth. Then, beat in the lemon juice, vanilla, baking soda, salt, poppy seeds, and the gluten free flour blend.
4. Scoop and roll the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet
5. Bake for 9-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly browned. Then, allow to cool on the baking sheet before moving.
6. LEMON GLAZE: In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice and powdered sugar until a thick glaze is formed. Use a spoon to drizzle over the lemon cookies. If desired, sprinkle with lemon zest and/or poppy seeds.

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Simple Lemon Glaze

Ready in mere seconds, this simple glaze adds even more lemony sweetness! Whisk together until a thick glaze forms. Sometimes I add a little more liquid or powdered sugar to reach my desired consistency. Then, use a spoon to drizzle over the cookies. Garnish with lemon zest and/or poppy seeds.

1+ Tbsp. lemon juice

1/2 c. powdered sugar

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Why make lemon sugar?

By rubbing the lemon zest with the sugar, it allows lemon oil from the zest to release and infuse with the sugar. This helps to intensity the lemon flavor. It's a very simple step, but one that comes very highly recommended!

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Should I use Meyer lemons?

Meyer lemons are sweeter with a light almost-orange flavor. They're great, but not always easy to find. For this recipe, any lemons will work. Though, I would recommend fresh lemon juice for the best flavor!

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Storing Lemon Cookies

I like to store lemon cookies in an airtight container for 4-5 days. I've found that a glass container tends to keep the cookies a bit on the crisper side. You can place in the fridge or freezer; however, the final texture may change.

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