Description
Zesty lemon meltaway cookies are light, buttery treats with a refreshing citrus flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar.
- Add lemon zest and lemon juice, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container.
- For extra flavor, add more lemon zest.
- These cookies pair well with tea or coffee.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: zesty lemon meltaway cookies