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Lemon Sugar Cookies

Lemon Sugar Cookies that Brighten Your Day with Every Bite

These Lemon Sugar Cookies are a must-try, bursting with invigorating flavor that brightens your day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour substitute with gluten-free flour if desired
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda no substitutions needed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt essential for taste
  • 1 cup unsalted butter substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option
  • 1 cup granulated sugar consider coconut sugar for a healthier alternative
  • 1 large egg use a flax egg or applesauce for a vegan variant
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice fresh is best for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest make sure it’s fresh for maximum flavor
For Rolling
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar omit for a less sweet outer layer

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Hand Mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Lemon Sugar Cookies
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the egg, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and coat in powdered sugar.
  8. Place on prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
  10. Let cool on the baking sheet for a couple of minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 70mgPotassium: 25mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened, chill the dough to prevent excessive spreading, and measure flour accurately to avoid dense cookies.

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