Lemon Sugar Cookies
These Lemon Sugar Cookies are a delightful balance of tart and sweet, featuring a refreshing lemon flavor and a sugary glaze, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter (1 stick) Room temperature for easy creaming.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1.5 cups unbleached flour
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
Glaze Ingredients
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 5 teaspoons lemon juice
- drops vanilla (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by measuring out all your ingredients while ensuring your butter is at room temperature.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Incorporate the egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined to avoid over-mixing.
- Using a 1 tablespoon cookie scoop, portion out the dough on a lined baking sheet, spacing them 1.5 inches apart.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the cookies for about 7 minutes until edges are golden, and centers are soft.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Glazing
- While the cookies cool, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice, adding vanilla if desired.
- Drizzle the glaze over cooled cookies and let set before serving.
Notes
For vegan options, substitute butter with plant-based butter and use flaxseed meal instead of egg. For gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend with a binding agent.