Description
These lemon cookies are soft, tender, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Made with simple ingredients and real lemon zest, they are perfect for tea time or a light homemade treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray.
- Mix flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Rub lemon zest into sugar, then cream with butter.
- Add egg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet mixture.
- Form dough into small balls and place on tray.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool slightly and serve.
Notes
Use fresh lemon zest for best flavor. Chill the dough for better texture. Do not overbake to keep cookies soft. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg