Zesty Lemon Sugar Cookies: Fresh, Tangy Sweet Treat
These zesty lemon sugar cookies combine bright citrus zest with buttery dough for a light, tangy bite. Perfect for coffee time or as a sweet gift, they’re simple to make and deliver a fresh twist on a classic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup sugar
- 1 stick unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk the flour, baking soda, and salt together.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until just combined.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients until a smooth dough forms.
- Drop tablespoon-sized mounds onto the prepared sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, removing when the tops are set but edges pale.
- Cool completely before storing or serving.