Description
Zesty Lemon Meltaway Cookies are the perfect blend of soft, buttery goodness and bright citrus flavor. These delightful treats melt in your mouth, offering a refreshing tang that brings sunshine to your day. Ideal for gatherings or a cozy afternoon snack, they are incredibly easy to make and sure to impress family and friends. With their vibrant lemon aroma and elegant powdered sugar dusting, these cookies will become a favorite on any dessert table.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 2 fresh lemons
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add lemon zest and juice; mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until slightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For a different twist, substitute lemon zest with lime or orange zest. Consider adding poppy seeds for extra texture. Chill the dough before baking to help maintain shape.