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Lemon Sugar Cookies Recipe

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Delightfully soft and zesty lemon sugar cookies featuring a perfect balance of tart lemon zest and sweet sugar. These cookies are easy to make and bake quickly to golden, tender perfection—ideal for a bright, refreshing treat anytime.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1⅓ cups all-purpose flour (167g)
  • ¼ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 stick unsalted butter, softened (½ cup)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (160g)
  • 1 Tbsp brown sugar (18g)
  • 1 large egg yolk (room temperature)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-3 Tbsp lemon zest

Optional

  • ¼ cup sugar, for coating

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until fully combined to ensure even distribution of leavening agents and salt.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, approximately 2-3 minutes. This step helps incorporate air for tender cookies.
  4. Add Flavorings and Egg: Mix in the egg yolk, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until the batter is well combined, infusing the dough with zesty and aromatic flavors.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Slowly add the dry flour mixture to the wet ingredients and beat just until combined, taking care not to overmix to keep cookies tender. Optionally, chill the dough for about 30 minutes to firm it up.
  6. Form and Coat Cookies: Roll the dough into 1½ inch balls or use a 1½ tablespoon cookie scoop. Roll each ball in the optional sugar coating, then place them about 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet to allow space for spreading.
  7. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 9-11 minutes until edges are set and cookies are lightly golden.
  8. Cool and Store: Let the cookies cool completely before eating to avoid burning your tongue! Store cooled cookies in an airtight container or freeze them for extended freshness.

Notes

  • Use unsalted butter for better control of salt content in the cookies.
  • If doubling the recipe, be sure to measure ingredients carefully, especially flour, to maintain the balance of texture.
  • Chilling the dough is optional but helps prevent spreading and enhances texture.
  • For a stronger lemon flavor, increase zest up to 3 tablespoons, but avoid zesting the bitter white pith.
  • The sugar coating adds a delightful crunch and sparkle but can be omitted for a softer cookie surface.

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