Lemon Melt Away Cookies
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Lemon Melt Away Cookies—a heavenly blend of buttery softness and bright citrus flavor! Each bite-sized cookie is infused with fresh lemon zest and juice for a zesty punch, while cornstarch ensures a melt-in-your-mouth texture that's truly unforgettable. Coated in a dusting of powdered sugar for a sweet, delicate finish, these cookies are as elegant as they are easy to make. Ready in just under 30 minutes, they're perfect for tea parties, spring gatherings, or whenever you crave a light, lemony treat. Whether you’re a fan of citrus desserts or looking for a simple yet impressive cookie recipe, these Lemon Melt Away Cookies will surely brighten your day!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Mix until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Be careful not to overmix.
Using a small cookie scoop or spoon, portion the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Lightly flatten each dough ball with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden. The cookies should remain pale overall.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies have cooled completely, gently toss them in powdered sugar to coat. If desired, coat them again for an extra-sweet finish.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the freezer for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.0 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 21 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 4 mg | 0% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 13 mg | 0% | |
*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.
