Lemon-Basil Cookies

Vegetarian
Health score
45%
Lemon-Basil Cookies
585 min.
1
5075kcal

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Indulge in a delightful twist on traditional cookies with our Lemon-Basil Cookies! Perfectly blending the zesty brightness of lemon with the aromatic freshness of basil, this unique dessert is sure to impress your taste buds and those of your loved ones. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, these cookies offer a delightful combination of flavors that are both refreshing and indulgent.

Imagine the scent of freshly baked cookies wafting through your kitchen, filled with the citrusy notes of lemon zest and the herbaceous aroma of finely chopped basil. With a soft and chewy texture, these cookies are not only a treat for the palate but also a visual delight, thanks to the beautiful poppy seeds sprinkled throughout.

This vegetarian recipe is not only a perfect dessert option but also an innovative way to bring a bit of garden freshness into your home baking. With a remarkable caloric content packed with energy, they’re great for an afternoon pick-me-up or as a dessert to end a perfect meal. Get ready to savor the delicious flavors and enjoy the compliments that will surely come your way as you serve these delightful cookies!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.5 cup firmly brown sugar light packed
  • cup butter softened
  • large eggs 
  • 3.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh finely chopped
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar 
  • tablespoons lemon zest 
  • tablespoons poppy seeds 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Beat first 7 ingredients at medium speed with an electric mixer until fluffy.
  2. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating just until blended after each addition.
  3. Stir together flour and next 2 ingredients; gradually add to butter mixture, beating just until blended after each addition.
  4. Shape dough into 4 logs (about 2 inches in diameter); wrap each log in plastic wrap. Chill 8 hours to 3 days.
  5. Preheat oven to 35
  6. Cut each log into 1/4-inch-thick slices; place on parchment paper-lined baking sheets.
  7. Bake 8 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
  8. Remove from baking sheets to wire racks, and cool completely (about 20 minutes).

Nutrition Facts

Calories5075kcal
Protein4.97%
Fat36.34%
Carbs58.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
270.09
Glycemic Load
451.15
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
60.471304686173%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:5075.05kcal
253.75%
Fat:206.42g
317.57%
Saturated Fat:121.31g
758.17%
Carbohydrates:750.21g
250.07%
Net Carbohydrates:733.52g
266.73%
Sugar:410.49g
456.1%
Cholesterol:860.05mg
286.68%
Sodium:3360.91mg
146.13%
Alcohol:4.47g
100%
Alcohol %:0.46%
100%
Protein:63.47g
126.94%
Selenium:186.94µg
267.06%
Vitamin B1:3.65mg
243.34%
Manganese:4.4mg
220.16%
Folate:875.93µg
218.98%
Vitamin B2:2.8mg
164.53%
Iron:25.09mg
139.42%
Vitamin B3:26.44mg
132.2%
Vitamin A:6535.23IU
130.7%
Phosphorus:891.56mg
89.16%
Fiber:16.69g
66.76%
Calcium:558.09mg
55.81%
Copper:1.11mg
55.6%
Magnesium:192.38mg
48.1%
Vitamin E:6.98mg
46.5%
Zinc:6.14mg
40.92%
Vitamin K:42.4µg
40.38%
Vitamin B5:3.96mg
39.58%
Potassium:998.71mg
28.53%
Vitamin B6:0.49mg
24.61%
Vitamin B12:1.28µg
21.27%
Vitamin C:16.74mg
20.29%
Vitamin D:2µg
13.33%
Source:My Recipes