Lemon Meltaways Cookies
Delightful and tender cookies with a refreshing burst of lemon flavor that melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature for better incorporation.
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Scoop and level the flour, do not pack it.
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2-3 tablespoons lemon zest (from about 2 lemons) Use fresh zest for the best flavor.
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Use freshly squeezed juice.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting Dust after cookies are cooled.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until creamy and fluffy.
- Gradually add in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt. Slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined; the dough should be soft and slightly sticky.
- Scoop tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls, then place them on the baking sheet evenly spaced.
- Gently flatten each ball slightly with your fingers or the bottom of a glass.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges start turning golden, being careful not to overbake.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, dust lightly with additional powdered sugar.
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Notes
Serve these cookies with tea or as part of a dessert platter. Store in an airtight container to keep them fresh.