Description
Lemon Easter Cookies are a delightful springtime treat bursting with zesty lemon flavor. These soft and chewy cookies are perfect for any festive occasion, offering a refreshing twist that will brighten your gatherings. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, they can be enjoyed year-round or gifted to friends and family. With their sunny color and delicious taste, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup salted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder until well combined.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the butter mixture; mix until fully combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool before icing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg