Lemon Cookies

Lemon Cookies

Bright and zesty lemon cookies with a tender crumb and subtle sweetness that melt in your mouth.

⏱ 25 minServes 24American

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, for glaze
  • 2-3 tbsp lemon juice, for glaze

Directions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 350°F. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  2. 2Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, then beat in egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla.
  3. 3Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. 4Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
  5. 5Cool on baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
  6. 6Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice to make glaze and drizzle over cooled cookies.

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