Description
Bright and refreshing, these Lemon Sugar Cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. With a soft texture and a delightful lemon glaze, they make a cheerful addition to any dessert table.
Ingredients
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For the Cookies:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Lemon Glaze (optional):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Add Egg and Lemon: Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Chill the Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Shape and Bake: Roll the chilled dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your hand. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Prepare the Lemon Glaze (Optional): While the cookies are baking, mix the powdered sugar with lemon juice and zest until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled cookies if desired.
- Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, increase the lemon zest to 2 tablespoons.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
