Lemon Go Lightly Cookies
Brighten up your day with these delightfully delicate Lemon Go Lightly Cookies! Bursting with the vibrant zest of fresh lemons and a touch of vanilla, these melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for dessert lovers who crave a balance of sweetness and citrusy tang. With a shortbread-like texture created by combining all-purpose flour and cornstarch, these cookies stay tender and buttery, while a dusting of powdered sugar adds a beautifully elegant finishing touch. Quick and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for afternoon tea, bridal showers, or as a light, refreshing snack to elevate any occasion. Give your cookie jar a citrus-infused upgrade with these irresistible lemon cookies!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 0.75 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar (for topping, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch to combine. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, mixing until well incorporated.
Gradually add the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
Scoop out dough by rounded teaspoons and roll them into small balls, placing them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Flatten each dough ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or the palm of your hand to create a disc shape.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just barely golden. Do not overbake; cookies should remain pale in color to keep their delicate texture.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, sift powdered sugar over the cooled cookies for an extra touch of sweetness and elegance before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.8 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.4 g | 457% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 388 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 246.8 g | 90% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.5 g | ||
| Protein | 20.3 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 276 mg | 6% | |
*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.
