These delightful lemon cookies are perfect for any occasion. They are soft, chewy, and bursting with a fresh lemon flavor. Easy to make and delicious to eat, they will quickly become a favorite!
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
12min
Ingredients
24 Servings
- 300 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 egg
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 200 g unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3
In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Step 4
Add the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the butter mixture and beat until combined.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Step 6
Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 7
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Step 8
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.