Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup sourdough starter
- 1 large egg yolk
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- a few drops yellow food coloring (optional)
Coating
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Method
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer (or a large bowl with a hand mixer), use the paddle attachment to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the sourdough starter, egg yolk, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla, and food coloring (if using). Mix until fully combined.
- Slowly mix in the flour mixture until everything is fully combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to 3 days.
Baking
- Preheat the oven.
- When ready to bake, scoop dough into balls and roll in powdered sugar.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake until edges are set.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 100mgSugar: 8g
Notes
Serve warm with tea or coffee. Drizzle a lemon glaze for extra sweetness. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or freeze for up to three months.
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