Lemon Cutout Cookies
Brighten up your baking routine with these delightful Lemon Cutout Cookies—a citrus-infused twist on a classic treat! Featuring the zesty tang of fresh lemon zest and juice, these buttery cookies strike the perfect balance between sweet and tart. With a soft yet sturdy texture, the dough rolls out beautifully, making it ideal for creative cookie-cutter shapes. Perfect for holiday decorating or a simple dusting of powdered sugar, these cookies are as versatile as they are delicious. Ready in under an hour and yielding two dozen cookies, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves the refreshing flavor of lemon in their desserts.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 2
Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 5
Divide the dough in half, flatten each half into a disc, and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Step 6
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 7
On a lightly floured surface, roll out one disc of dough to about 1/4-inch thickness. Cut out shapes using cookie cutters and transfer to the prepared baking sheets.
Step 8
Repeat with the second disc of dough, re-rolling scraps as needed.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Keep a close eye on them to prevent overbaking.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
If desired, dust the cooled cookies with powdered sugar before serving, or decorate with icing for a festive touch.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (770.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3030.9 |
| Total Fat 106.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 58.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g | |
| Cholesterol 444mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1158.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 498.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 264.6g | |
| Protein 37.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48IU | 0% |
| Calcium 105.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 467.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories