Description
Delicious and zesty shortbread cookies perfect for any occasion, with a burst of lemon flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (fresh is best!)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated.
- Whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
- Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until combined.
- Roll the dough into small balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Flatten each ball slightly with your palm.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For the best flavor, use fresh lemon juice and zest. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg