Lemon Sugar Cookies
Delightful lemon sugar cookies combine sweetness with a refreshing citrus twist, offering a soft, chewy texture that cookie lovers adore.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure the butter is at room temperature.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest, freshly grated Use fresh lemons for best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed Fresh juice enhances the flavor.
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour Use the spoon-and-level method for measuring.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- sparkling sugar (for coating) For added texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar. Blend until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add in the egg, freshly grated lemon zest, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Mix until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into your wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls, roughly 1 inch in diameter.
- Coat each ball in sparkling sugar and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between each.
Baking
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers remain soft.
- Allow the cookies to sit on the baking sheet for a moment before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. To freeze, layer cookies between parchment paper in a freezer-safe container.