Description
Lemon Shortbread Cookies are a burst of sunshine in every bite. With their buttery richness and zesty lemon flavor, these cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. Effortlessly made with simple ingredients, they offer a delightful melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s ideal for spring picnics or cozy evenings at home. Whip up a batch and enjoy the refreshing taste of lemon that brightens your day!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (freshly grated)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in the lemon zest and juice until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt, then gradually add to the wet mixture until dough forms.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place on baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, then bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use room temperature butter for better mixing. Chill the dough to prevent spreading during baking. For added texture, consider mixing in poppy seeds or white chocolate chips.