Soft, zesty, melt-in-your-mouth Vegan Lemon Crinkle Cookies bursting with fresh lemon flavor and dusted in powdered sugar for that classic crinkle look.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:12 minutes
Total Time:27 minutes
Yield:24 cookies 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Vegan
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
1 tbsp lemon zest (from 1 large lemon)
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
¼ cup (50g) brown sugar
½ cup (120ml) neutral oil (canola or sunflower)
2 tbsp almond milk (or oat/soy milk)
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
In a large bowl, mix granulated sugar, brown sugar, lemon zest, and oil until smooth.
Stir in lemon juice, almond milk, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Gradually add dry mixture to wet mixture. Stir until a soft dough forms.
Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls. Roll each ball in powdered sugar until generously coated.
Place balls 2 inches apart on the baking sheet and bake 10–12 minutes, until tops crack and edges are just set.
Let cookies cool on pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Perfect for brunches and spring gatherings.
Completely dairy-free and egg-free.
Adjust sweetness by varying granulated and brown sugar.