Description
Delicious lemon cookies with a sweet glaze, perfect for citrus lovers.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest (from approximately 2–3 lemons)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Your Workspace
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar
Step 4: Add Wet Ingredients
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Step 6: Form and Bake Cookies
Step 7: Prepare Lemon Glaze
Step 8: Glaze and Enjoy
Notes
- Can I make these cookies without an electric mixer? Yes, though it requires more effort. Ensure your butter is very soft and use a wooden spoon to cream it with sugar until light and fluffy, which might take 5-7 minutes of vigorous mixing by hand.
- How do I know when the cookies are done baking? The edges should be just barely turning golden while the centers still look slightly soft. They’ll continue to set as they cool on the baking sheet.
- Can I use bottled lemon juice instead of fresh? Fresh is strongly recommended for the best flavor, but in a pinch, bottled juice works for the dough. However, always use fresh lemon juice for the glaze for optimal taste.
- Why did my cookies spread too much? This usually happens if the butter was too warm or if the dough wasn’t chilled. If your kitchen is warm, refrigerate the dough for 15-20 minutes before baking.
- Can I make these cookies with other citrus flavors? Absolutely! Orange, lime, or even grapefruit can be substituted in equal amounts for delicious variations on these delicious citrus treats.
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: lemon cookies, citrus cookies, glazed cookies, homemade cookies
