Lemon Butter Cookies Recipe | Easy Homemade Cookies with Fresh Lemon Zest, Buttery Flavor & Sweet Citrus Glaze
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Lemon Butter Cookies are delicate, buttery homemade treats infused with fresh lemon zest and juice for a bright, refreshing citrus flavor. Made with simple baking ingredients, these cookies have lightly golden edges, a tender texture, and a pleasant balance of sweetness and tanginess. The rich butter creates a melt-in-your-mouth bite, while the fragrant lemon adds a fresh aroma that makes every cookie taste light and delicious.
Perfect for afternoon tea, coffee breaks, spring gatherings, holiday cookie boxes, or everyday snacking, these lemon cookies are easy to prepare and beautifully versatile. Serve them plain to enjoy their natural citrus flavor, dust them with powdered sugar, or drizzle with a simple lemon glaze for extra sweetness. Their cheerful flavor and delicate texture make them a lovely addition to any homemade cookie collection.
Cooking Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and creamy.
- Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until combined.
- Gradually add the flour and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the dough into small balls and flatten slightly. Place them on the prepared tray, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 10–14 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- For the optional glaze, mix the powdered sugar with enough lemon juice to make a smooth drizzle.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle with the glaze or dust lightly with powdered sugar.
- Let the glaze set before serving or storing in an airtight container.
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