Description
Soft, chewy, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor, these easy glazed lemon cookies are perfect for any citrus lover.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- 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.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- To make the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Drizzle or spread the glaze over the cooled cookies and let set before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger lemon flavor, add a bit of lemon extract to the dough.
- Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes if you prefer thicker cookies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg