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Lemon Sugar Cookies

Delightful Lemon Sugar Cookies to Brighten Your Day

These Lemon Sugar Cookies are a bright and refreshing treat perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop
  • Baking sheet
  • silicone baking mat
  • - Plastic wrap

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup Unsalted butter use room temperature butter for easier mixing
  • 1.5 cups Granulated sugar this adds sweetness and helps create a lovely texture
  • 3 Tbsp Lemon zest fresh zest intensifies the lemon flavor
  • 2 Tbsp Fresh lemon juice adds brightness and moisture to the dough
  • 1 Large egg acts as a binding agent
  • 3 cups All-purpose flour the main structure
  • 1 tsp Baking soda a leavening agent that helps cookies rise
  • 0.25 tsp Salt enhances all flavors

For Rolling

  • 0.25 cup Sugar adds a delightful crunch and sweetness

Instructions
 

Steps to Make Cookies

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the room temperature butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest. Beat with an electric mixer for 1-2 minutes until creamy and well blended.
  • Add the fresh lemon juice and the large egg to the mixture. Beat again until everything is well incorporated and smooth.
  • Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gently mix by hand with a spatula until combined.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes.
  • Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and place ¼ cup sugar in a separate bowl.
  • Using a cookie scoop, form balls of dough and roll each into the sugar. Place them 2 inches apart on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 11-13 minutes until the edges turn a faint golden color and the centers remain soft.
  • Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

For an extra zing, drizzle with a simple lemon glaze once cooled. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
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