Description
Soft and Chewy Lemon Sugar Cookies are a burst of sunshine in every bite, delivering a delightful combination of sweet and zesty flavors. These cookies boast a soft texture that melts in your mouth, making them perfect for any occasion—from family gatherings to casual get-togethers. Easy to prepare, they fill your kitchen with an irresistible lemon aroma, inviting everyone to share in the joy of homemade treats.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice; mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture until just mixed.
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop mounds of dough onto lined baking sheets with space between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg