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Freshly baked lemon cookies on a rustic wooden table

Lemon Cookies

These Lemon Cookies are a dreamy combination of tangy lemon zest and soft, fluffy goodness. Quick to whip up and totally irresistible, they're the ultimate feel-good snacks.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest Use a microplane for perfect zest.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice Fresh is best for vibrant flavor.
  • 1 large egg Make sure it’s at room temperature.
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • powdered sugar for dusting Optional, for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather Ingredients: Collect all your ingredients and ensure the butter is at room temperature.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter and granulated sugar, mixing until fluffy and light.
  3. Add Zest and Juice: Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice.
  4. Incorporate Egg: Gently beat in the egg until fully mixed.
  5. Mix Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mix to the wet mixture and beat just until combined.
  7. Chill the Dough: Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Baking
  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake: Roll chilled dough into balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, baking for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
  3. Cool and Dust: Let them cool on a wire rack, and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week, in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for about 10 seconds if needed.