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lemon sugar cookies
Aria West

Easy Lemon Sugar Cookies: Soft, Chewy Bliss in Every Bite

Experience the delightful sweetness and zesty brightness of lemon sugar cookies, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large fresh lemon zest
  • ½ cup butter softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large fresh lemon zest
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ¾ cups + 2 tablespoons 409g all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Method
 

  1. Combine granulated sugar and lemon zest in a small bowl, rubbing the zest into the sugar until fragrant.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Cream together butter, sugar, and lemon zest in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
  4. Add egg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  5. Gradually add flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt; mix until no dry streaks remain.
  6. Scoop dough into balls, roll in lemon sugar, and place on prepared sheets.
  7. Bake cookies for 9-11 minutes until slightly crackly and set around edges.
  8. Allow cookies to cool for a few minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgSugar: 10g

Notes

  • Rub lemon zest into sugar thoroughly for maximum flavor.
  • Add more flour if cookies tend to flatten at high altitude.
  • Watch for overbaking; they should be just crackly on top.
  • Refrigerate dough if too soft for easier scooping.
  • Store in an airtight container for 1-2 days, or freeze for longer storage.

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