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Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies

Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies: A Delicious Twist!

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These Lemon Poppy Seed Cheesecake Cookies offer a delightful twist with zesty flavors and a creamy frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 11 minutes
Servings: 11 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 110 g Butter Creates rich, moist cookies; coconut oil works as a great dairy-free switch.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adds the perfect sweetness; swap with coconut sugar for a healthier alternative.
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Zest Brightens up the flavor; use organic lemons for the freshest taste.
  • 1 large Egg Binds ingredients together and helps the cookies rise; a flax egg is a vegan option.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances the overall flavor; almond extract can add a new twist.
  • 210 g All-Purpose Flour Provides structural integrity; gluten-free baking blends can replace it seamlessly.
  • 0.5 tsp Baking Powder Ensure your cookies rise perfectly during baking.
  • 0.5 tsp Baking Soda Ensure your cookies rise perfectly during baking.
  • 1 tbsp Poppy Seeds Delivers a delightful texture and nutty flavor; omitting them is fine if you're in a pinch.
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Balances sweetness and enhances overall flavor; don’t skip this vital ingredient!
For the Frosting
  • 200 g Cream Cheese A rich base for frosting; consider cashew cream cheese for a vegan alternative.
  • 75 g Powdered Sugar Sweetens up the frosting and gives it a smooth texture; sugar alternatives can work here too.
  • 1 tbsp Agave or Honey Sweetens the frosting for that delectable touch; maple syrup is a nice substitute.
  • 120 g Heavy Cream Adds a fluffy texture to the frosting; coconut cream can offer a lighter option.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Spatula
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by gently melting 110 grams of butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Once melted, remove it from heat and allow it to cool to room temperature.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine granulated sugar with the zest of one organic lemon. Use your fingers to rub the zest into the sugar for about 1 minute.
  3. After the butter has cooled, pour it into the mixture. Mix together for one minute until combined, then add in one large egg and a teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together 210 grams of all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, 1 tablespoon of poppy seeds, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Stir until evenly combined.
  5. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula, mixing just until all the flour is incorporated.
  6. Using a cookie scoop, portion out 11 balls of dough and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roll each portion gently to form smooth balls, then cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
  7. While the dough is chilling, preheat your oven to 180ºC (355ºF).
  8. Once the oven is preheated and the dough is chilled, place 6 balls of dough on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 10-11 minutes until edges are just set.
  9. In a mixing bowl, whip together 200 grams of cold cream cheese, 75 grams of powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of agave or honey, and 120 grams of heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  10. Once your cookies are completely cooled, pipe or spread the cheesecake frosting generously on top of each cookie.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Let the cookies cool completely before frosting to ensure the frosting sets nicely.

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