Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies
If you’re searching for a delightful treat to elevate your day, look no further than Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies! These soft and chewy cookies are infused with vibrant lemon zest and poppy seeds, topped with a luscious cheesecake frosting that adds a creamy touch. With their bright flavor and inviting presentation, these cookies are perfect for any occasion—be it a casual family dinner or a festive gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 18 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 110 g butter
- 210 g all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 200 g cream cheese (cold)
- 120 g heavy cream
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp agave or honey
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream together the sugar and butter until fluffy. Add the egg and vanilla, mixing until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, poppy seeds, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for about 10 minutes until golden at the edges.
- For the frosting, whip cold cream cheese, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, agave (or honey), and heavy cream until smooth.
- Once cookies cool completely, frost generously with cheesecake frosting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (35g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg