Indulge in the zesty delight of homemade lemon cookies! These delightful treats are bursting with citrus flavor and are perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re craving a tangy snack or looking for a refreshing dessert, these lemon cookies are sure to satisfy your taste buds. Follow the simple recipe below to create your own batch of irresistible lemon cookies.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Additional granulated sugar for rolling (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
- If desired, roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and then roll them in additional granulated sugar for a sweet, crunchy coating.
- Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Gently flatten each dough ball with the bottom of a glass or the palm of your hand.
- Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, serve and enjoy these delightful lemon cookies with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage.
These lemon cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, although they are so delicious that they may not last that long!
