Description
Delightful cookies with a crisp exterior and soft, chewy center, bursting with refreshing lemon flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, followed by the lemon juice and zest.
- Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet blend gently.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough into walnut-sized balls.
- Coat each ball in powdered sugar.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Chilling the dough is essential for preventing excessive spreading. Serve with tea or lemonade for a delightful pairing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg