Lemon Sugar Cookies
Delightful lemon sugar cookies that perfectly balance sweetness with a bright citrus tang, making them a perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Use room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (freshly grated) Only the yellow part of the peel
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed) Fresh juice gives better flavor
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Sift before measuring
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- as needed sparkling sugar (for coating) For visual appeal and crunch
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice, and beat until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and roll each in sparkling sugar.
- Place the dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving about 2 inches between each.
Baking
- Bake the cookies for 10 to 12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden and the centers remain soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
For a thicker cookie, chill the dough for 30 minutes before rolling into balls. Always use room temperature ingredients for best results.