Description
These Lemon Sugar Cookies are a refreshing treat that combines buttery goodness with a zesty twist. Each bite bursts with the bright flavor of fresh lemons, making them perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare and beautifully golden, these cookies are sure to bring joy to your dessert table or brighten up an ordinary day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 1 lemon
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Beat in the egg, followed by lemon zest and lemon juice.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto prepared baking sheets, allowing space between cookies.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges turn lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg