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Description
Easy homemade lemon sugar cookies ready in 30 minutes. Perfectly sweet with a zesty lemon twist.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (115g) softened unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg, lemon zest, and juice.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until combined.
- Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and place on baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor.
- Dough can be chilled for 30 minutes if too soft.
- Store in airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American