Description
These Easy Lemon Cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. Coated in powdered sugar for a delicate crinkle effect, they’re perfect for springtime gatherings, tea parties, or whenever you need a little sunshine on your dessert plate. Ready in just a few simple steps, this is a go-to recipe that’s both easy and irresistible.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Add the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
5. Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls.
8. Coat each dough ball thoroughly in powdered sugar.
9. Arrange on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
10. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are set and the tops are crackled.
11. Let cookies cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a stronger lemon flavor, add an extra ½ tablespoon of zest.
Don’t skip chilling the dough—this helps maintain the shape and texture.
To keep cookies soft for days, store them in an airtight container with a slice of bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
Keywords: lemon cookies, easy lemon cookies, soft lemon cookies