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4) Olive-Oil Rosemary Lemon Cookies

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest about 1 large lemon
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Coarse sugar for sprinkling optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment.
  2. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Beat sugars with olive oil until combined, then add egg, lemon zest, juice, and vanilla.
  4. Stir in rosemary, then fold in dry ingredients until just mixed.
  5. Scoop tablespoonfuls onto sheets, flatten slightly, and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  6. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are set and centers are still soft. Cool on racks.