A Bright, Everyday Bake

Spelt lemon and poppy seed cookies are light, crisp, and easy to bake. The lemon adds freshness without sharpness. Poppy seeds give gentle crunch and balance. Spelt flour keeps the texture tender. These cookies suit tea breaks and light treats.

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Spelt flour creates a soft bite without heaviness. Lemon zest adds flavour without extra moisture.
Poppy seeds spread evenly through the dough. The cookies bake quickly and evenly. They keep their shape well.

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Spelt Lemon and Poppy Seed Cookies

Author: Valentina Cuisine: British Courses: Dessert, snack Recipe Keys: E easy baking L lemon poppy seed cookies S spelt cookies T tea time treats

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 12 mins Total Time 27 mins

Servings: 18 Estimated Cost: £ 3 Calories: 120

Best Season: Spring, Summer

Description

Light spelt cookies with fresh lemon zest and poppy seeds. Crisp on the outside with a soft centre, these cookies are simple to make and bake quickly. Ideal for everyday treats, tea breaks, or light dessert plates.

Ingredients

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Servings

Cookie Dough

• 200 g spelt flour
• 120 g unsalted butter (softened)
• 100 g caster sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 lemon (zest only)
• 1 ½ tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp poppy seeds
• ½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

Preheat oven.

1. Heat oven to 180°C. Line two baking trays.

Cream butter and sugar.

1. Beat butter and sugar until pale.

Add wet ingredients.

1. Mix in egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice.

Add dry ingredients.

1. Stir in spelt flour, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds.

Shape cookies.

1. Roll dough into balls and place on trays. Flatten slightly.

Bake.

1. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges turn lightly golden.

Cool.

1. Cool on tray for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 18

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Saturated Fat 4g20%

Cholesterol 35mg12%

Sodium 70mg3%

Potassium 55mg2%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%

Sugars 7g

Protein 2g4%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Additional Notes

• Use unwaxed lemon for best flavour.
• Do not overbake to keep centres soft.

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Optional Substitutions & Variations

• Add 50 g white chocolate chips.
• Use orange zest instead of lemon.
• Swap caster sugar for light brown sugar for deeper flavour.

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Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

• Store in an airtight tin for up to 4 days.
• Freeze baked cookies for up to 2 months.
• Dough can be chilled for 24 hours.

Keywords: spelt cookies, lemon poppy seed cookies, easy baking, tea time treats