Description
Delightful cookies with a tangy lemon flavor balanced by sweet sugary goodness, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 1/2 cups unbleached flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 5 teaspoons lemon juice (for glaze)
- Drops of vanilla extract (optional for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and granulated sugar together until well combined.
- Add in the egg, vanilla, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir until everything is incorporated.
- Gradually stir in the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until just combined.
- Use a 1-tablespoon cookie scoop to create cookie dough balls and place them about 1.5 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for approximately 7 minutes until lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar with lemon juice and optional vanilla until smooth.
- Drizzle the glaze over the cookies, then allow them to cool completely before serving.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature butter and consider chilling the dough for enhanced flavor. Be careful not to overbake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American