Lemon Cookies
Ingredients:
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
2 tablespoons lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
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
1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Directions:
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Prepare the Dough:
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Shape and Roll Cookies:
Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar to coat, then place them back on the baking sheet.
Bake the Cookies:
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should still be soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional Glaze:
For an extra lemony touch, mix 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice to make a glaze. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 10-12 minutes | Total Time: 25-30 minutes
Kcal: Approximately 120 kcal per cookie | Yield: About 24 cookies
