Iced Lemon Cookies
Bask in zesty sweetness with these irresistibly light and tender Iced Lemon Cookies! Bursting with the fresh flavor of real lemon zest and juice, these cookies feature a soft, buttery base topped with a luscious, tangy lemon glaze that melts in your mouth. Perfectly balanced between sweet and tart, they’re easy to make with pantry staples and ready in under 30 minutes. These crowd-pleasers are a delightful treat for spring gatherings, afternoon tea, or anytime you need a citrusy pick-me-up. Don’t forget the optional sprinkle of lemon zest on top for a vibrant and decorative finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 227 grams unsalted butter
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 320 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 150 grams powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for icing)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the lemon zest, vanilla extract, eggs, and lemon juice to the bowl. Beat until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers should still look slightly underbaked.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the cookies cool, prepare the icing by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl. Adjust the consistency as needed by adding more powdered sugar or lemon juice.
Once the cookies are completely cooled, spoon or drizzle the icing over the top of each cookie. Optionally, sprinkle a little lemon zest on top for garnish.
Allow the icing to set for about 20 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4351 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 207.3 g | 266% | |
| Saturated Fat | 117.1 g | 586% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 875 mg | 292% | |
| Sodium | 1811 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 606.3 g | 220% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 353.0 g | ||
| Protein | 47.7 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 641 mg | 14% | |
*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.
