Description
Spring Lemon Cookies are a delightful way to celebrate the season, capturing the essence of spring with their bright, zesty flavor. These soft and chewy cookies are perfectly balanced between sweet and tangy, making them an ideal treat for any occasion—from family gatherings to afternoon snacks. Easy to whip up and visually appealing, these cookies can be customized with fun add-ins like poppy seeds or white chocolate chips for an extra twist.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dollops onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft. Cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 102
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg