Description
These Meltaway Lemon Cookies are a delightful treat with a burst of citrus flavor in every bite. The soft, buttery cookies are topped with a tangy lemon glaze, making them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the baking sheet: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add the lemon juice and zest, and mix well.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Shape and bake: Scoop the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Flatten slightly and bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are golden. Cool on a wire rack.
- Make the glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies and let set before serving.
Notes
- These cookies freeze well and can be made ahead.
- For extra lemon flavor, use lemon extract or add more zest to the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
