Description
Indulge in the bright and refreshing flavors of these delightful lemon cookies! This Lemon Cookie Recipe yields soft, chewy treats that are bursting with citrus goodness. Easy to prepare with just one bowl, they make for a perfect addition to tea parties, gatherings, or simply as a sweet snack at home. With the vibrant taste of fresh lemon juice and zest, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, their adaptable nature means you can enjoy them plain or jazzed up with chocolate chips or nuts. Get ready to bake a batch of these zesty delights that are not only delicious but also a breeze to make!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3 Tbsp lemon zest
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until creamy. Add lemon zest and mix well.
- Incorporate the egg and fresh lemon juice, beating until combined.
- Gradually add in flour, baking soda, and salt; mix gently until fully incorporated.
- Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Roll chilled dough into balls and coat in sugar.
- Place on a lined baking sheet about two inches apart and bake for 11-13 minutes until lightly golden on edges.
- Cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg