Lemon Sugar Cookies
Brighten up your dessert table with these irresistibly soft and tangy Lemon Sugar Cookies, a delightful twist on the classic treat. Bursting with zesty lemon flavor from fresh juice and vibrant zest, these cookies strike the perfect balance between sweetness and citrusy brightness. They’re easy to whip up in just 25 minutes, making them a go-to for quick baking sessions. With a light, buttery texture and a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies are perfect for spring gatherings, tea parties, or simply as an afternoon treat. Plus, their golden, slightly crisp edges and pillowy centers make them as beautiful as they are delicious. If you’re looking for a simple, lemon-infused dessert that’s sure to impress, these Lemon Sugar Cookies are the ultimate crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2.75 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cup powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together using a hand mixer or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, scoop dough and roll into small balls. Place the cookie dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just slightly golden. The centers will look soft, but they will firm up as they cool.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Optional: Once cooled, lightly sift powdered sugar over the cookies for a sweet decorative touch.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3386 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.1 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.1 g | 290% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 2351 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 590.2 g | 215% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 333.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.4 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 506 mg | 11% | |
*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.
