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Lemon Cookies
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Lemon Cookies Recipe

These Lemon Cookies are soft, buttery, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor.Perfectly sweet with a bright lemon zing, they’re ideal for tea time, parties, or whenever you crave something refreshing.Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients, these cookies stay tender and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 140
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract and mix well.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until combined.
  6. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Let cookies cool completely, then dust with powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
  • Chill the dough for 20 minutes if it feels too soft.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Add white chocolate chips for a sweeter variation.

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