Description
Deliciously soft and chewy lemon cookies that are perfect for any occasion, filled with bright and refreshing flavors.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are soft.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze them 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: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: lemon cookies, chewy cookies, dessert recipe, baking, easy cookies