Glazed Lemon Cookies
Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistible Glazed Lemon Cookies, a delightful treat bursting with zesty citrus flavor and a sweet, tangy glaze. Perfectly soft and buttery, these cookies are infused with freshly grated lemon zest and a splash of lemon juice, creating a refreshing balance of sweetness and tartness in every bite. Topped with a glossy lemon glaze and optional lemon zest garnish, they’re as gorgeous as they are delicious. Quick and easy to make, this recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep time, making it ideal for casual snacking, special occasions, or gifting. With their vibrant citrus notes and melt-in-your-mouth texture, these homemade lemon cookies will become a favorite for lemon lovers everywhere.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for glaze)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and the tops look slightly puffed. Do not overbake.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies cool, prepare the lemon glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the cookies are cool, drizzle or spread the glaze evenly over each cookie. Garnish with additional lemon zest, if desired.
Let the glaze set for about 15 minutes before serving. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.3 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.5 g | 468% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 607 mg | 202% | |
| Sodium | 1179 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 515.1 g | 187% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 324.1 g | ||
| Protein | 33.2 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 458 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
