Description
Indulge in the bright and zesty flavors of our Frosted Lemon Cookie Recipe. These buttery, soft cookies are infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, delivering a refreshing taste that complements their rich texture. Topped with a creamy lemon frosting, they make for the perfect treat to brighten any occasion—whether it’s a birthday celebration, holiday gathering, or simply an afternoon snack with tea.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup softened butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon zest
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- For the frosting: 1/2 cup softened butter
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1 dash salt
- 1 Tbsp lemon zest
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp milk (if needed)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, lemon juice, and zest; mix well.
- Gradually incorporate flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- Roll dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place on lined baking sheets. Flatten slightly with a sugared glass.
- Bake for 9-10 minutes or until lightly golden on the bottom. Allow to cool before frosting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg