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How to Make Lemon Cookies from Scratch - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly special about homemade cookies. The smell of them baking in the oven, the warm, gooey center, and the satisfaction of knowing that you made them from scratch. If you're a fan of tangy and sweet flavors, then these Lemon Cookies from Scratch are perfect for you. They're easy to make, require just a few simple ingredients, and are bursting with bright, citrusy flavor. Whether you're baking them for a special occasion or just looking for a sweet treat, these cookies are s...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup confectioners' sugar for rolling

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 20 cookies

  • Beat together sugar, butter, and lemon zest in a large bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Whisk together eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla in a small bowl until combined. Beat into butter mixture slowly on low speed.
  • Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Add to egg mixture slowly on low speed until just combined. Do not overbeat; dough will be sticky. Cover and chill dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes; it will still be sticky after chilling.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Form dough into balls using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, then roll each in confectioners' sugar. Place 2 inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets. Lightly smash each ball down using your hand.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the centers are just barely set, 11 to 12 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack completely before storing in an airtight container.

    • Nutrition

    133 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 106mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 12g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 27mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 21mg

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