Description
Introducing the Lemon Zest Delight Cookies, a perfect blend of tangy and sweet, these cookies capture the essence of lemon in every bite. Ideal for picnics, afternoon teas, or just a sweet treat to brighten up your day, these cookies offer a refreshing twist on traditional sweet treats.
Ingredients
- 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature (1 cup – 230 grams)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (300 grams)
- 3 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (360 grams)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup sugar, for rolling cookies (50 grams)
Step-by-step Directions
Step 1: Creaming the Butter and Sugar
In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter, sugar, and lemon zest together for 12 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Step 2: Adding Wet Ingredients
To the creamed butter and sugar mixture, add the lemon juice and egg, and continue mixing to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
Step 3: Incorporating Dry Ingredients
Gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt by hand with a spatula, ensuring that the dough is uniformly combined without overmixing.
Step 4: Chilling the Dough
Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 30-60 minutes to allow it to firm up slightly, making it easier to handle.
Step 5: Preparing to Bake
Preheat your oven to 350ºF (177ºC). Pour 1/4 cup sugar into a small bowl for rolling the cookies. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
Step 6: Shaping the Cookies
Scoop the dough into balls using a cookie scoop, roll each ball in the sugar, and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 7: Baking
Bake in the preheated oven for 11-13 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just golden. Be careful not to overbake to keep the cookies soft and chewy.
Step 8: Cooling
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Servings & Preparation/Cooking Time
This recipe yields approximately 24 cookies. The total preparation time, including chilling, is about 1.5 hours, with a cooking time of 11-13 minutes per batch.
Tips for Storage & Reheating
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- To keep them fresher longer, you can store them in the refrigerator.
- For enjoying later, freeze the baked cookies for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Conclusion
Lemon Zest Delight Cookies are the perfect treat for anyone looking to enjoy a burst of citrus flavor wrapped in a soft, sweet cookie. With their sunshiny zest and sugar-dusted tops, these treats are not just delicious but also visually appealing. Whether served at a casual gathering or as a special after-dinner treat, these cookies will not disappoint. Happy baking!
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Lemon Zest Delight Cookies
- Total Time: 1.5 hours
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
Description
Introducing the Lemon Zest Delight Cookies, a perfect blend of tangy and sweet, these cookies capture the essence of lemon in every bite. Ideal for picnics, afternoon teas, or just a sweet treat to brighten up your day, these cookies offer a refreshing twist on traditional sweet treats.
Ingredients
- 2 sticks unsalted butter, room temperature (1 cup – 230 grams)
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar (300 grams)
- 3 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 large egg
- 3 cups all-purpose flour (360 grams)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup sugar, for rolling cookies (50 grams)
Instructions
- Step 1: Creaming the Butter and Sugar In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter, sugar, and lemon zest together for 12 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Step 2: Adding Wet Ingredients To the creamed butter and sugar mixture, add the lemon juice and egg, and continue mixing to combine all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Step 3: Incorporating Dry Ingredients Gradually mix in the flour, baking soda, and salt by hand with a spatula, ensuring that the dough is uniformly combined without overmixing.
- Step 4: Chilling the Dough Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the dough for 30-60 minutes to allow it to firm up slightly, making it easier to handle.
- Step 5: Preparing to Bake Preheat your oven to 350ºF (177ºC). Pour 1/4 cup sugar into a small bowl for rolling the cookies. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
- Step 6: Shaping the Cookies Scoop the dough into balls using a cookie scoop, roll each ball in the sugar, and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 7: Baking Bake in the preheated oven for 11-13 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just golden. Be careful not to overbake to keep the cookies soft and chewy.
- Step 8: Cooling Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Cook Time: 11-13 minutes per batch