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Easy & Glazed Lemon Cookies Recipe
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Easy & Glazed Lemon Cookies Recipe

If you're looking for a simple recipe that delivers big flavor, the Easy & Glazed Lemon Cookies Recipe is exactly what you need.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • Flour = 1 ½ cups all-purpose
  • Baking Powder = ½ teaspoon
  • Salt = ¼ teaspoon
  • Unsalted Butter = ½ cup softened
  • Sugar = ¾ cup granulated
  • Egg = 01 large
  • Lemon Zest = 01 tablespoon freshly grated
  • Lemon Juice = 02 tablespoons freshly squeezed
  • Vanilla Extract = 01 teaspoon
For the Glaze
  • Powdered Sugar = 01 cup
  • Lemon Juice = 02 tablespoons freshly squeezed

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer or Whisk (for creaming the butter and sugar and mixing the dough)
  • Baking Sheet (to bake your cookies)
  • Parchment Paper (to line the baking sheet for easy clean-up)
  • Cooling Rack (to cool the cookies once they’re done baking)
  • Measuring Spoons and Cups
  • Small Bowl (for mixing the glaze)

Method
 

  1. Step by Step Instructions:
Step 01: Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 02: Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Set aside.
Step 03: Cream Butter and Sugar
  1. In a larger bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy.
Step 04: Add the Wet Ingredients
  1. Mix in the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
Step 05: Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
  1. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients.
  2. Mix gently.
Step 06: Shape the Cookies
  1. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough.
  2. Roll into balls and place on the baking sheet.
Step 07: Bake the Cookies
  1. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until edges are golden and centers set.
Step 08: Cool the Cookies
  1. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
  2. Then transfer them to a cooling rack.
Step 09: Prepare the Glaze
  1. In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar and lemon juice.
  2. Stir until smooth.
Step 10: Glaze the Cookies
  1. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled cookies.
  2. Let it set before serving.
Servings and Preparation Times
  1. Preparation Time: 15 minutes
  2. Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
  3. Total Time: 25-30 minutes
  4. Servings: Makes about 18-20 cookies, depending on the size

Notes

  • Use Fresh Lemons: For the best flavor, always use fresh lemons rather than bottled lemon juice. Fresh lemon zest will give the cookies that bright, citrusy flavor that makes them stand out.
  • Chill the Dough: After mixing the dough, chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before baking. This helps the dough firm up and makes it easier to shape the cookies.
  • Don’t Overbake: Keep an eye on your cookies while they bake. They should be lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the middle. Overbaking will result in dry cookies.
  • Adjust the Glaze: If you like your cookies with more glaze, feel free to double the glaze recipe. You can also add a little more lemon juice to the glaze if you want a more intense lemon flavor.
  • Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Make sure your butter and eggs are at room temperature before mixing the dough. This helps the ingredients blend together smoothly and ensures a soft cookie texture.