Description
Soft Lemon Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balances a soft, chewy texture with a bright, tangy lemon flavor. These cookies are easy to make and feature a sweet citrus icing that elevates their appeal, making them ideal for any occasion—whether it’s a casual snack or a festive gathering. The refreshing lemon taste will impress your family and friends, making these cookies a must-have in your recipe collection. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven, or serve them with tea for a cozy afternoon treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for icing)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon juice and zest.
- In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually combine with wet ingredients.
- Drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden; let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prepare icing by whisking together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest; drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (24g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg