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Italian Lemon Cookies

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3rd Jun, 2025

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Homemade Italian Lemon Cookies

Homemade Lemon cookies are a delightful treat that can brighten up any day with their tangy flavours. They’re perfect for when you want to indulge in something sweet without spending hours in the kitchen.

These lemon cookies are perfect for a variety of occasions. They’re great for afternoon tea, a mid-day snack, or even as a dessert after dinner. They pair perfectly with a hot cup of tea or coffee and can be enjoyed with a scoop of your favourite jam.

Lemon cookies are an easy and delicious treat that anyone can make. They’re perfect when you want to bake something special without too much effort. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these tangy treats and enjoy them whenever you like!

Watch the Italian Lemon Cookies Recipe:

How to Make HOMEMADE LEMON COOKIES Like An Italian

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Vincenzo’s Top Tip To Make Nona’s Crepes

Don’t overbake

Italian lemon cookies should be slightly soft in the middle and lightly golden brown on the edges. Be careful not to overbake them as they can become dry and lose their delicate texture.

Store properly

Another key step in making delicious Italian lemon cookies is to store them properly. To keep them fresh and prevent them from drying out, it’s recommended to store them in an airtight container at room temperature.

italian lemon cookies

Italian Lemon Cookies

Print Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
Total Time: 30 minutes mins
Servings: 10

Equipment

  • Kitchen Aid
  • Baking Tray
  • Baking Paper
  • Wooden board you can also use your benchtop
  • Sieve

Ingredients

  • 1 Egg
  • 100 grams Sugar
  • 260 grams Plain flour
  • 100 grams Sunflower oil
  • 1 tsp Baking powder
  • 1 Lemon
  • Icing sugar
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Instructions

  • Lemon cookies are best mixed using a kitchen aid. If you don’t have one, you can also dig in with your hands!
  • To make the lemon cookies, add 260g plain flour to a mixing bowl along with 100g of sugar.
  • Grate the lemon skin and add this as well, then squeeze all of the juice from the same lemon and mix it in.
  • Next, add the baking powder, one egg and 100g sunflower oil.
  • Using the Kitchen Aid, mix the ingredients well, until it forms into small crumbly chunks. Use a slow speed first and then turn it up just slightly.
  • Put the chunks onto a wooden board and gently knead them until they join together. The parts that crumble away can just be stuck back on as the oils from your hands will help everything come together.
  • Pre-heat your oven to 180 dgerees celcius in preparation to bake the lemon cookies and line a flat biscuit tray with baking paper.
  • Then, break away small chunks of the mixture, rolling each one in your hands to form a small ball.
  • Put each ball on to the tray, lining them up so there is enough space between each one for them to grow slightly without touching.
  • Place the tray into the oven for 20 minutes at 180 degrees celcius.
  • Once the lemon cookies are ready, remove them from the oven and let them cool for 10 minutes.
  • Dust icing sugar over the top and serve.
  • E ora si mangia, Vincenzo’s Plate….Enjoy!

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How to serve Italian Lemon Cookies

Serve the Italian lemon cookies on a bright coloured plate for a nice contrast and if you (or your guests) have an extra sweet tooth, serve with a scoop of your favourite jam on top. Most jams mix beautifully with lemon, so choose your favourite and enjoy!

 

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2 responses

  1. Scott
    February 15, 2026

    Just made these,grazi, fantastico, n7ce light and fresh tasting

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    1. Vincenzo’s Plate
      February 16, 2026

      Ciao Scott! Fantastico! I’m so happy to hear that. Light and fresh is exactly how Italian lemon cookies should taste.
      Thank you for making them and for sharing your feedback. It means so much.
      Enjoy every bite… and maybe make another batch soon!

      Reply

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