Sugar Cookie Lemonade Crumble

“Sugar Cookie Lemonade Crumble” sounds like a refreshing and sweet dessert fusion! Here’s a breakdown of what it could be and a recipe idea to match:

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🍋 Sugar Cookie Lemonade Crumble – Recipe Idea

A layered dessert combining the soft, buttery sweetness of sugar cookies with a tart lemony crumble and a refreshing lemonade glaze. Think of it as a mix between a lemon bar and a cookie crumble.

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Ingredients

For the Sugar Cookie Base:

• 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 large egg

• 1½ tsp vanilla extract

• 2½ cups all-purpose flour

• ½ tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp salt

For the Lemonade Crumble Topping:

• ¾ cup all-purpose flour

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• Zest of 1 lemon

• ⅓ cup cold butter, cubed

• 2 tbsp lemon juice

Optional Lemonade Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2–3 tbsp lemon juice (adjust for desired consistency)

• Zest for garnish

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper.

2. Make the sugar cookie base:

   • Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

   • Add egg and vanilla, mix until combined.

   • Mix dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, salt) in a separate bowl, then slowly add to the wet ingredients.

   • Press dough evenly into the prepared pan.

3. Make the lemonade crumble:

   • Combine flour, sugar, and lemon zest.

   • Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

   • Drizzle with lemon juice and lightly toss.

   • Sprinkle over sugar cookie dough in an even layer.

4. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until the top is golden and set.

5. Cool completely before drizzling with the lemonade glaze (mix powdered sugar and lemon juice).

6. Slice and serve! Add a bit of lemon zest or edible flowers for a pretty finish.

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Would you like a variation (like gluten-free or vegan), or want to turn this into a bar, cookie sandwich, or trifle?