Description
Delicious soft lemon cookies perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto lined baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; centers should remain soft.
- Cool on wire racks before enjoying.
Notes
- Ensure butter is at room temperature for best results.
- These cookies pair well with a cup of tea or coffee.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg