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Lemon Sugar Cookies

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Delightful Lemon Sugar Cookies with a sweet and tangy flavor profile, perfect for any occasion.

  • Author: daniel-kim
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 ยพ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ยฝ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ยฝ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together until no lumps remain.
  4. In a larger bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the butter-sugar mixture. Mix until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  7. Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the cookies are slightly puffed.

Notes

For added flavor, consider experimenting with different citrus zests, such as lime or orange.

Nutrition

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