Zesty Lemon Cream Cookies

Experience the refreshing burst of flavor with our Zesty Lemon Cream Cookies! These soft, chewy treats combine the tangy essence of lemon with a sweet, creamy base, making them perfect for any gathering or a cozy afternoon snack. Ideal for vegetarians, these American-style cookies are gluten, dairy, and egg-free, catering to various dietary needs.

With a bright flavor profile, these cookies are versatile enough to complement your favorite beverages or serve as a delightful dessert. Packed with vitamin C from the lemon, they offer a refreshing twist to your sweet cravings.

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Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 24

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Overview

These Creamy Lemon Sugar Cookies are a delightful treat, combining the tangy zest of lemon with the sweetness of sugar cookies. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are soft, chewy, and bursting with lemon flavor.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Dairy, Eggs

Cuisine

American

Ingredients

• 1 Cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 Cups granulated sugar
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) lemon juice
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) lemon zest, zested
• 3 Cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) baking soda
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) baking powder
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) salt

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
4. Mix in the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Enjoy your creamy lemon sugar cookies with a cup of tea or as a sweet treat any time of the day!