Lemon Sugar Cookies

Indulge in the zesty goodness of Lemon Sugar Cookies, a delightful treat that combines the tangy flavors of fresh lemon with the sweetness of a classic sugar cookie. These cookies are perfect for brightening up any day with their refreshing citrus taste.

Why Make This Recipe

If you’re a fan of citrusy flavors and enjoy the simplicity of a sugar cookie, this recipe is a must-try. The Lemon Sugar Cookies offer a burst of lemony freshness in every bite, making them a perfect choice for a sunny day or as a snack with a cup of tea.

How to Make Lemon Sugar Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature


• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar


• 3 tbsp lemon zest


• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice


• 1 large egg


• 3 cups all-purpose flour


• 1 tsp baking soda


• ¼ tsp salt


• ¼ cup sugar (for rolling)

Directions:

1. 
   Mixing the Dough: Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.


2. 
   Adding Wet Ingredients: Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and egg until well combined.


3. 
   Incorporating Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture.


4. 
   Chilling the Dough: Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.


5. 
   Preparing for Baking: Preheat the oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.


6. 
   Shaping and Rolling: Roll the dough into balls and coat them in sugar before placing them on the baking sheet.


7. 
   Baking the Cookies: Bake the cookies until they are golden brown around the edges.


8. 
   Cooling and Serving: Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.

How to Serve Lemon Sugar Cookies

These cookies are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven or at room temperature. Serve them as a sweet treat for dessert, a snack, or with a cold glass of lemonade.

How to Store Lemon Sugar Cookies

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. To maintain their freshness, you can also freeze the cookies for up to 3 months.

Tips to Make Lemon Sugar Cookies

• Use fresh lemons for the zest and juice to get the best citrus flavor.


• Don’t skip chilling the dough as it helps the cookies hold their shape while baking.


• Adjust the amount of lemon zest and juice based on your preference for a stronger or milder lemon flavor.

Variation

For a different twist, you can add a lemon glaze on top of the cookies after baking. Simply mix powdered sugar with lemon juice until you reach the desired consistency and drizzle it over the cooled cookies.

Lemon Sugar Cookies

Brighten up your day with the zesty goodness of Lemon Sugar Cookies. These delightful treats offer a perfect balance of tangy lemon flavor and sweet sugar cookie goodness.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Desert

Servings 24

Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients

  

Cookies

• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 3 tbsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 large egg
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ cup sugar (for rolling)

Instructions

 

How to Make Lemon Sugar Cookies

• Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
• Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and egg until well combined.
• Gradually add the flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture.
• Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
• Preheat the oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Roll the dough into balls and coat them in sugar before placing them on the baking sheet.
• Bake the cookies until they are golden brown around the edges.
• Allow the cookies to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

For extra tanginess, you can add a lemon glaze on top of the cooled cookies.

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