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Lemon Cookies Recipe

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This delightful Lemon Cookie Recipe offers a perfect balance of tangy citrus and sweet buttery flavors. Soft yet slightly crisp on the edges, these lemon cookies are perfect for tea time or any occasion where you crave a refreshing, zesty treat. The dough is simple to prepare, chilled to enhance flavor and texture, then rolled in sugar for a pleasant crunch before baking to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 3 Tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 cups (360g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For Rolling

  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Mix Butter, Sugar, and Lemon Zest: In a mixing bowl, beat together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest using an electric mixer for 1-2 minutes until creamy and well combined.
  2. Add Lemon Juice and Egg: Incorporate the fresh lemon juice and the large egg into the mixture, beating again to achieve a smooth, homogenous batter.
  3. Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture. Use a spatula to mix gently by hand until a cohesive dough forms.
  4. Chill the Dough: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes to firm up the dough, which aids in shaping and enhances flavor.
  5. Preheat Oven and Prepare Rolling Sugar: When ready, remove the dough from the fridge and preheat the oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Pour 1/4 cup sugar into a bowl for rolling the dough balls.
  6. Shape and Roll Cookies: Using a cookie scoop, form dough into balls. Roll each ball thoroughly in the sugar to coat evenly. Place the coated cookies about 2 inches apart on a silicone-lined baking sheet to allow spreading during baking.
  7. Bake Cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 11-13 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies just begin to turn a faint golden color, indicating they are perfectly baked.
  8. Cool Cookies: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up. Then transfer them to a cooling rack to cool completely before serving or storing.

Notes

  • Room temperature butter is essential for proper creaming and texture.
  • Chilling the dough makes shaping easier and prevents excessive spreading during baking.
  • Use fresh lemon zest and juice for the best citrus flavor.
  • The cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week.
  • You can freeze the dough balls before baking for up to 3 months; thaw slightly before rolling in sugar and baking.

Keywords: lemon cookies, citrus cookies, lemon zest cookies, baked cookies, homemade cookies, sweet lemon treats

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