Soft lemon cookies are a delightful treat with a fresh citrus flavor and a tender texture. Here’s a simple recipe for them:
Ingredients:
- For the Cookies:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (finely grated)
- For the Glaze (optional):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp lemon juice (adjust for consistency)
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Cookie Dough:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Shape and Bake:
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Flatten each dough ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops are just starting to turn golden.
- Prepare the Glaze (if using):
- In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the amount of lemon juice to achieve your desired consistency.
- Cool and Glaze:
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Drizzle the lemon glaze over the cooled cookies, if desired.
Enjoy your soft lemon cookies with a burst of citrus flavor!