Description
Indulge in the sunshine of Lemon Meltaway Cookies, where each bite melts in your mouth, delivering a burst of zesty lemon flavor. These tender cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion, sure to impress friends and family alike. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they’re ideal for garden parties or cozy afternoons with tea. Get ready to brighten your day with these delightful cookies that everyone will love!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Mix in fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until just combined to avoid tough cookies.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges yet soft on top. Cool slightly before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 93
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 36mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg