Lemon Cookies from Scratch

Introduction:

These Lemon Cookies are soft, buttery, and packed with bright lemon flavor. Made with fresh lemon juice and zest, they are a delightful and easy-to-make cookie, perfect for any occasion when you want a burst of citrusy goodness.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup white sugar
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 1½ teaspoons baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup confectioners’ sugar (for rolling)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a large bowl, beat together the sugar, softened butter, and lemon zest with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
   • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Gradually add this mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, beating on low speed until combined.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. The dough will be sticky.
3. Chill the Dough:
   • Cover the dough and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm it up slightly. Note that the dough will still be sticky after chilling.
4. Form the Cookies:
   • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
   • Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, form the dough into balls and roll each ball in confectioners’ sugar. Place the dough balls 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
   • Lightly flatten each ball with your hand.
5. Bake the Cookies:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 11 to 12 minutes, or until the centers are just barely set. Let the cookies cool on a wire rack completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Conclusion:

These Lemon Cookies from Scratch are a crowd-pleaser with their soft, zesty flavor. Perfect for lemon lovers, these cookies are light, refreshing, and easy to make with simple ingredients. Serve them with a cup of tea or as a sweet treat for any gathering!

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