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

Amount Per Serving
Calories 116kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g5%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Trans Fat 0.5g
Sodium 47mg2%
Potassium 10mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 23g8%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
Sugars 11g
Protein 1g2%
Calcium 179 mg
Phosphorus 8 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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