Description
Lemon cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balance sweet and tart flavors. With a buttery texture that melts in your mouth and the refreshing aroma of fresh lemons, these cookies are sure to lift your spirits. Perfect for any occasion, they bring a taste of sunshine to family gatherings, picnics, or cozy evenings at home. Easy to make, these lemon cookies will have everyone begging for the recipe!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 large egg
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Mix in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden; cool on a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg