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Lemon Sugar Cookies

Lemon Sugar Cookies: 5 Steps to Pure Deliciousness


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These lemon sugar cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with citrus flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar.
  3. Add the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix well.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until combined.
  6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container.
  • For added flavor, try adding a pinch of lemon extract.
  • These cookies can be frozen for up to three months.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Lemon Sugar Cookies, Cookies, Dessert