Frosted Lemon Cookies
Description
These renal-friendly frosted lemon cookies are perfect for summer! Low in potassium, sodium and phosphorus, and light and tangy, they make a great treat for a balmy day. (Always talk to your doctor or dietitian if you are unsure about a new recipe.)
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F.
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Combine margarine and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs (or egg substitute) and vanilla and beat well.
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Stir flour and baking soda together in a small bowl. Add to creamed mixture. Beat in lemon juice.
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Drop batter by teaspoonfuls onto an un-greased baking sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until cookies are light golden brown. Cool.
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In a small bowl, beat powdered sugar, water and lemon extract until smooth. Spread on cooled cookies.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 36
Serving Size 1 cookie
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 78kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 2g4%
- Cholesterol 0mg
- Sodium 21mg1%
- Potassium 14mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 15g5%
- Dietary Fiber 0g
- Sugars 10g
- Protein 1g2%
- Calcium 3 mg
- Phosphorus 12 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.