Description
Delightful melt-in-your-mouth cookies infused with fresh lemon zest and juice for a sweet and tangy treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the fresh lemon zest and juice into the mixture.
- Mix in the egg yolks and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually blend into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until set and lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar while still warm.
- Enjoy with friends and family!
Notes
Be careful not to overmix the dough or overbake the cookies for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: lemon cookies, meltaway cookies, dessert, easy baking, sweet treats