Soft and Chewy Lemon Cookies
These soft and chewy lemon cookies burst with zesty flavor and are complemented by the sweetness of white chocolate, making them the perfect treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
For the glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar for glaze
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for glaze
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until creamy and light in texture, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the white chocolate chips.
- Using a tablespoon-sized scoop, drop balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Glaze
- Mix powdered sugar with fresh lemon juice until smooth.
- Once cookies are cooled, drizzle the glaze over the top.
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Notes
Ensure butter is properly softened for the best texture. Optional: Add nuts or berries for variations.