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Lemon Powder Recipe

Homemade Lemon Powder Recipe

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Equipment

  • Vegetable peeler or zester
  • Baking sheet
  • Food dehydrator or oven
  • Blender, food processor, or coffee grinder

Ingredients
  

  • 4 lemons, washed thoroughly
  • Parchment paper (optional)

Instructions
 

Peel the lemons:

  • For thin-skinned Meyer lemons, peel them whole like an orange.
  • For thicker-skinned lemons, use a vegetable peeler or zester to remove just the outermost zest, leaving the bitter white pith behind.

Dry the lemon peels:

  • Food dehydrator method: Arrange peels in a single layer on dehydrator trays without overcrowding. Dehydrate at 95-105°F for 24-48 hours until completely dried and brittle enough to snap in half.
  • Oven method: Spread peels in a thin layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at the lowest possible temperature, around 170°F, for several hours until crispy and dry.
  • Grind the dried peels into a fine powder using a blender, food processor, or coffee grinder.
  • Sift the powder through a strainer to remove any remaining chunks. Re-grind chunks if needed to achieve a fine, fluffy powder.
  • Store lemon powder in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.
  • Use to elevate both sweet and savory foods! Sprinkle into dressings, seasoning blends, baked goods, marinades, and more.

Notes

  • Choose organic lemons when possible.
  • Fully drying the peels is crucial for grinding into powder and preservation.
  • A dehydrator provides better temperature control, but the oven method works too.