Lemon Sugar Cookies

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Welcome to a burst of sunshine in cookie form! If you’re a fan of sweet treats with a twist of zest, our Lemon Sugar Cookies are sure to brighten your day and your taste buds. These delightful cookies combine the sweet, comforting base of a classic sugar cookie with a vibrant kick of fresh lemon, both in the dough and in the creamy frosting. Ideal for any season, they promise to bring a bit of summer into your kitchen, no matter the weather outside.

Crafting these cookies is as joyful as eating them. The recipe involves basic ingredients and straightforward steps, making it a perfect baking adventure for both novices and seasoned bakers. With the heavenly aroma of lemon wafting through your home, the baking process becomes a therapeutic experience that culminates in the creation of these irresistible treats. Each bite is a perfect balance of buttery sweetness and tangy lemon, crowned with a luscious lemon frosting that is as pretty as it is delicious.

Serve these Lemon Sugar Cookies at your next gathering, or simply treat yourself to a well-deserved snack. They’re not only a feast for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes, making them a fabulous addition to any dessert table. Follow this simple recipe to create a batch of these delightful cookies, and watch them disappear as quickly as they came out of the oven!

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Zesty Lemon Glazed Sugar Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:

• For the Cookies:
• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 1/2 tsp lemon juice
• 1 Tbsp lemon zest
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• For the Lemon Frosting:
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 4 cups powdered sugar
• 1 dash salt
• 1 Tbsp lemon zest
• 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1-2 Tbsp milk, if needed

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in eggs, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined. Gradually mix in the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place on lightly greased cookie sheets. Flatten each ball with the bottom of a glass dipped in sugar.
4. Bake for 9-10 minutes, or until the bottoms are barely light brown. Let the cookies sit on the pan for 3-4 minutes before transferring them to cooling racks.
5. Once the cookies are completely cool, prepare the frosting by beating together butter, powdered sugar, salt, lemon zest, and lemon juice until creamy. Adjust the consistency with milk if needed.
6. Frost the cooled cookies and enjoy!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: Makes about 24 cookies
Calories per serving: 198 kcal

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