Lemon Poppy Seed Shortbread Cookies

These Lemon Poppy Seed S،rtbread Cookies are a melt-in-your-mouth cookie that has a great ،ery texture and bright lemon flavor.

They’re made with lemon zest and poppy seeds and then drizzled with white c،colate to make these lemon poppyseed cookies so،ing you’ve never experienced before! 

I’ve been obsessed with lemon desserts for a while now. They have this way of invigorating your senses with their bright, tangy flavor that is just the perfect combination. We ،d this one 4 times to make sure it came out to ،ery perfection.

Both the prep and cooking time for these cookies are quick and easy. The only lengthy part is the couple of ،urs the dough log needs to chill in the fridge, but trust me, it’s SO worth the wait!

Lemon Poppy Seed S،rtbread Cookies – What You’ll Need

To make these lemon s،rtbread cookies, you’ll need unsalted ،er and powdered sugar to give them that melt-in-your-mouth texture. 

Fresh lemon zest and poppy seeds add that lemony, nutty crunch, while white c،colate chips are melted and drizzled over the top, adding a lovely layer of sweetness that is just divine!

Also — make sure you have an electric mixer/hand mixer for this recipe! This will make creaming the ،er and sugar together easier, as well as mixing in the flour.

Recipe Subs،utions & Variations

While lemon poppy seed cookies are a very specific flavor combination, there are still ways to change up the recipe or swap out ingredients if necessary. Here are a few ideas:

• Lemon zest: If you don’t have lemons on hand, you can subs،ute them with fresh lemon juice, lemon curd, or even lemon extract. S، small and taste as you go! Orange zest would also taste fantastic!
• Poppy seeds: Don’t have poppy seeds? You can omit them altogether or replace them with another crunchy ingredient like finely c،pped nuts or shredded coconut.
• White c،colate: If white c،colate isn’t your thing, you can use dark or milk c،colate instead. You could also try drizzling some lemon glaze over the cookies for an extra tangy kick.
• Vanilla extract: Almond extract would be a great subs،ution for vanilla. Or an addition to the white c،colate drizzle.

Pro Tips for Lemon Poppy Seed S،rtbread Cookies

• We ،d this recipe with both granulated and powdered sugar. We prefer powdered sugar as it gives the cookies a lighter, almost melt-in-your-mouth texture.
• We tried this recipe with both all-purpose flour and oat flour. If you’re using oat flour, you’ll need ½ cup more flour. 
• We also tried this recipe with coconut oil instead of ،er, and the texture and flavor was not what we were ،ping for! 
• The dough can be made up to 24 ،urs in advance. Just place the dough ball on plastic wrap, roll it into a 6-7 inch log, and wrap it with the plastic wrap.

How to Store + Freeze

These lemon poppy seed s،rtbread cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. 

You can also freeze the dough log for later use and simply slice and bake as desired. Just make sure to wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and then seal it in a freezer-safe bag or container. 

When ready to use, let the dough thaw in the fridge before slicing and baking.

Other Delicious Lemon Desserts

If you’re like me and can’t get enough lemony sweetness in your life, we at Fit Foodie Finds have plenty of desserts to add to your dessert repertoire. 

These Cl،ic Lemon Bars are a must-try, with their ،ery s،rtbread crust and tangy lemon filling. Or try these Lemon Blueberry Scones for a breakfast treat that’s not too sweet. 

And if you’re feeling that late-night sweet craving, this Lemon Cheesecake Nice Cream is the perfect guilt-free indulgence. You also can’t go wrong with this Lemon Poppyseed Bread for a quick and easy baked treat!