sweet teeth

sweet teeth

SUNNY SPRITZ COOKIES

the cookie box, part 6

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ian akerlind
Dec 13, 2025
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curing my seasonal depression one cookie at a time

This year, I wanted to give the gift of lightness and brightness in my cookie box.

While I really love all of the luxurious, rich flavors that come with this time of year, I wanted something really punchy and fun to be a palate cleanser in the box. Plus, the 4pm sunsets have really been kicking my ass, so it’s nice to give everyone a little bit of sunshine, even if it’s in the form of a cookie.

This one starts with a blend of lemon zest, ginger, and turmeric, which gives the cookie its vibrant flavor and color. I dip them in a little glaze of Suze—love her work in the white Negroni—but you could totally use lemon juice if you don’t want to do that.

Obviously, I finish them off with a bit of golden sanding sugar for a little glitz and glam!

See you tomorrow with the final… well, it’s not a cookie, but it’ll be great in the box!

THE RECIPE

SUNNY SPRITZ COOKIES

makes ~80 cookies
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