How to Make Citrus Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Citrus cookies are a delightful treat that are perfect for any occasion. The combination of tangy citrus flavors and sweet, buttery cookies is a match made in heaven. These cookies are a great way to add a burst of brightness to your day, and they are sure to become a favorite in your cookie repertoire.

One of the best things about citrus cookies is that they are incredibly versatile. You can use a variety of citrus fruits, such as lemons, limes, oranges, or even grapefruits, to infuse...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • ⅔ cup white sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 6 drops yellow food coloring
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

Information

  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 2 dozen

  • Cream together butter or margarine and sugar. Add salt, zest, juice, and food coloring. Mix until well blended.
  • Add flour a half cup at a time, mixing well. Dough should ball up when finished. Shape into a cylinder about 2 1/2 inches in diameter. Chill for 4 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Slice into 24 cookies and bake on cookie sheet 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    84 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 40mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 3mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 11mg