Old Fashioned Lemon Sugar Cookies
Soft, buttery, and bursting with citrusy charm, Old Fashioned Lemon Sugar Cookies are a timeless treat that brings together the nostalgic warmth of classic sugar cookies with a zesty lemon twist. Infused with fresh lemon juice and tangy lemon zest, these cookies are delightfully crisp on the edges and pillowy in the center. Rolled in sugar for a satisfying crunch and baked to golden perfection in just 10 minutes, they’re as quick to make as they are irresistible to enjoy. Perfect for any occasion, these crowd-pleasing cookies pair beautifully with a cup of tea or make an effortlessly elegant dessert. With simple pantry staples and a refreshing flavor profile, this recipe is a must-have for lemon lovers everywhere!
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Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 0.25 cup Additional granulated sugar for rolling
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 4
Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Scoop tablespoons of dough and roll them into balls with your hands.
Step 7
Roll each dough ball in the additional granulated sugar to coat completely.
Step 8
Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Step 9
Use the bottom of a glass to gently press down each dough ball to slightly flatten.
Step 10
Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden but the centers are still soft.
Step 11
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 12
Enjoy these Old Fashioned Lemon Sugar Cookies with a cup of tea or on their own for a sweet and tangy treat!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (840.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3493.4 |
| Total Fat 154.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 93.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 607.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1768.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 495.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 261.4g | |
| Protein 39.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 121.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 488.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories