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Lemon Meltaways

Lemon Meltaways: Irresistibly Soft Citrus Cookies to Love

Lemon Meltaways are easy-to-make, buttery cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for a sunny day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened to room temperature; can use plant-based butter for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sifted.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice Bottled juice can be used if fresh lemons are unavailable.
  • 1 unit Lemon Zest Best when freshly zested.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used for a different flavor.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with almond flour for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt No substitutions necessary.

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • mixing bowls
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

Baking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter and 1 cup of sifted powdered sugar for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and the zest of 1 lemon until fully incorporated.
  4. Whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon of salt in a separate bowl, then gradually mix into the butter mixture until a soft dough forms.
  5. Use a small ice cream scoop to portion and roll the dough into balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden, checking to ensure they remain soft in the center.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 10mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened for easy mixing. Avoid overmixing the dough to maintain the soft texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

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