Description
Glazed Lemon Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balance sweet and tangy flavors. These soft and chewy cookies, topped with a glossy lemon glaze, will brighten any occasion—from family gatherings to quiet afternoons at home. With a refreshing citrus aroma wafting through your kitchen, these cookies are not just a snack; they’re a memory in the making. Easy to prepare and irresistibly delicious, they’re sure to become your new favorite dessert!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the lemon zest and juice until smooth.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk until smooth; adjust consistency as needed.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies and let set before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg