Description
Soft Lemon Cookies are a delightful treat that will brighten up any gathering with their vibrant zesty flavor. These cookies feature a soft, chewy texture and are topped with a sweet citrus icing that adds an irresistible finishing touch. Perfect for picnics, holiday parties, or enjoying at home with a warm cup of tea, each bite delivers a refreshing lemony burst that satisfies your sweet cravings. This easy recipe requires minimal steps, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Enjoy these scrumptious cookies fresh out of the oven or save them for later – they remain deliciously soft for days!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- For the Icing: 2 cups powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest and juice.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture on low speed until combined.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool before transferring to wire racks.
- For icing, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg