Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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24
servings
0.5 cup

rolled oats

powdered

0.75 cup

flour

0.33 cup

sugar

0.5 cup

cornmeal

0.25 tsp

salt

4 unit

unsalted butter

melted

1 unit

egg

1 tbsp

lemon zest

0.5 tsp

vanilla extract

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~2 min

Position oven racks in upper and lower thirds of the oven.

Step 3
~2 min

Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.

Step 4
~2 min

In a food processor, process the rolled oats to a powder, about 30 seconds.

Step 5
~2 min

Blend in the flour, sugar, cornmeal, and salt.

Step 6
~2 min

In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.

Step 7
~2 min

With the processor running, add the butter mixture.

Step 8
~2 min

Mix until the dough comes together.

Step 9
~2 min

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface.

Step 10
~2 min

Knead a few times.

Step 11
~2 min

Form the dough into 2 disks.

Step 12
~2 min

Wrap each disk in plastic wrap.

Step 13
~2 min

Refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 14
~2 min

Roll dough to a 1/4 inch thickness.

Step 15
~2 min

Cut out shapes using a 2 inch cookie cutter.

Step 16
~2 min

Transfer cookies to prepared cookie sheet.

Step 17
~2 min

Bake until lightly golden, about 12 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a more intense lemon flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of lemon extract.

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for easier rolling.

Use a variety of cookie cutter shapes for a festive presentation.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a glass of cold milk.

Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla Ice Cream
Lemon Curd
Fruit Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Common homemade treat.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Holiday Baking
Afternoon Tea
Snack

Popularity Score

65/100