How to Make Lemon Powder at Home (Super Easy & Extremely Useful!)

Making lemon powder is incredibly easy — and the results are amazing.
You get a bright, zesty, all-natural powder that lasts for months and can be used in desserts, marinades, drinks, seasoning blends, and even homemade skincare.

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 Why Make Lemon Powder?

• Shelf-stable for 6–12 months
• Zero waste (you use the peel!)
• Much stronger lemon flavor than fresh zest
• Perfect for seasoning chicken, fish, salads, baked goods
• Works in DIY beauty recipes like scrubs and masks

Ingredients

• Fresh lemons (any amount you want)

That’s it!
No sugar, no preservatives — just lemons.

How to Make Lemon Powder

Step 1 — Wash and Dry the Lemons

Since you’ll be using the peel, wash each lemon very well.
Scrub the surface to remove any wax or residue.
Dry completely.

Step 2 — Peel or Slice the Lemons

You can make lemon powder in two ways:

Method A: Using the Peels

• Use a vegetable peeler or zester.
• Remove only the yellow part (avoid the bitter white pith).

This gives the strongest lemon flavor.

Method B: Using Whole Lemon Slices

• Slice lemons into very thin rounds (2–3 mm).
• Removes the need for peeling.

This method gives a mild, balanced lemon powder.

Step 3 — Dry the Lemon Peels or Slices

You have two options:

Option 1: Oven Drying (Fastest)

1. Preheat oven to 170°F–200°F (75–95°C) or lowest setting.
2. Place peels or slices on a baking tray lined with parchment.
3. Dry for 2–3 hours (peels) or 3–4 hours (slices).
4. They’re ready when completely brittle.

Option 2: Air Drying (No Energy Needed)

1. Spread peels on a clean tray.
2. Leave in a dry, ventilated room for 2–4 days.
3. Turn them occasionally.

Step 4 — Grind Into Powder

Once the lemon pieces are crispy dry:

• Place them in a spice grinder, coffee grinder, or blender.
• Grind until you get a fine or semi-fine powder.
• For a super smooth powder, sift and grind again.

Step 5 — Store Properly

Store the lemon powder in:

• A glass jar
• An airtight container
• A cool, dark pantry

It stays fresh for 6–12 months.

 How to Use Lemon Powder

Lemon powder is extremely versatile:

 Cooking & Baking

• Add to cakes, cheesecake, muffins
• Season chicken, shrimp, fish
• Add to salad dressings
• Sprinkle on roasted vegetables

 Drinks

• Lemon tea
• Homemade lemonade
• Smoothies
• Cocktails

 Snacks & Treats

• Sprinkle on popcorn
• Add to candy, frostings, icing

Beauty (Optional)

• DIY scrubs
• Bath salts
• Face masks (use cautiously)

 Tips for Best Results

• Use organic lemons if possible for a chemical-free peel.
• The thinner the slices, the faster they dry.
• If powder clumps, add a few grains of uncooked rice to the jar.
• Try mixing lemon powder with sugar, pepper, salt, or herbs.