Frosted Lemon Cookies

Time
Total Time: 50 mins
Calories 115.94
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
  • 1/2 cup margarine
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs or ½ cup low-cholesterol egg substitute
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
  2. Combine margarine and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs (or egg substitute) and vanilla and beat well.
  4. Stir flour and baking soda together in a small bowl. Add to creamed mixture. Beat in lemon juice.
  5. Drop batter by teaspoonfuls onto an un-greased baking sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until cookies are light golden brown. Cool.
  6. 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%
Sodium 21mg1%
Potassium 14mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 15g5%
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.

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