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Chewy Lemon Cookies
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Chewy Lemon Cookies Recipe

These Chewy Lemon Cookies are soft, bright, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor.Perfectly tender with slightly crisp edges and a chewy center.Made with simple pantry ingredients and fresh lemon zest for a natural zing.Great for tea time, parties, or a refreshing summer dessert.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140

Ingredients
  

  • All-purpose flour – 2 cups
  • Baking soda – ½ teaspoon
  • Salt – ¼ teaspoon
  • Unsalted butter softened – ½ cup
  • Granulated sugar – 1 cup
  • Brown sugar – ¼ cup
  • Egg – 1 large
  • Fresh lemon juice – 2 tablespoons
  • Lemon zest – 1 tablespoon
  • Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
  • Cornstarch – 1 tablespoon
  • Powdered sugar for rolling – ½ cup

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch in a bowl.
  3. Cream butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract and mix well.
  5. Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
  6. Chill dough for 20–30 minutes for thicker cookies (optional but recommended).
  7. Scoop dough into balls and roll in powdered sugar.
  8. Place on prepared tray and bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are set.
  9. Cool on tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best natural flavor.
  • Do not overbake to keep cookies soft and chewy.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Add white chocolate chips for extra sweetness if desired.

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