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Lemon Sugar Cookies

Sweet Lemon Sugar Cookies Recipe


  • Author: Emily Parker
  • Total Time: 27 mins
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft and tangy lemon sugar cookies with a hint of vanilla.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 3/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cream butter, sugar, and powdered sugar in a bowl.
  3. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  4. Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients. Mix until combined.
  6. Roll dough into balls and place on a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Let cool before serving.

Notes

  • Chill dough for 30 minutes for thicker cookies.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: lemon sugar cookies, easy cookies, tangy cookies