Ingredients
– 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– 1 large egg
– 1 tablespoon lemon juice
– Zest of 1 large lemon
– ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
– Additional sugar, for rolling (optional)
Instructions
Making Lemon Sugar Cookies is a straightforward process. Follow these step-by-step instructions for a delightful treat:
1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking trays with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In another bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Egg and Flavors: Mix in the egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until well combined.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms.
6. Roll Cookies: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. If desired, roll in extra sugar.
7. Place on Baking Sheet: Arrange the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them a few inches apart.
8. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
9. Cool: Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks.
10. Enjoy: Your Lemon Sugar Cookies are now ready to be enjoyed!
With these simple steps completed, your delicious Lemon Sugar Cookies will be irresistible!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 150 kcal per cookie
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 1g