Description
These delightful lemon zest cookies are buttery, citrus-infused shortbread-style biscuits topped with a tangy homemade glaze. Developed to perfection, they bridge the gap between classic comfort food and refreshing seasonal flavors. With a tender crumb and a bright, zesty aroma, these cookies are a professional bakery-quality treat that is surprisingly simple to prepare at home, making them an ideal choice for afternoon tea or family snacks.
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp fine sea salt
2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tbsp lemon zest
1 large egg
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2–4 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare two baking sheets with parchment paper liners.
Whisk the flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl to ensure even distribution.
Beat the butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest in a large bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
Add the egg to the butter mixture and beat for one minute until smooth and silky.
Add the dry ingredients to the wet components and mix on low speed until no flour streaks remain.
Shape dough into small balls, place on baking sheets, and bake for 14 minutes.
Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice together to form a glaze.
Allow cookies to cool completely before drizzling with the lemon glaze.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for the best emulsion. Beat the butter, sugar, and zest for a full three minutes to create air pockets for a lighter texture. You can customize the dough by folding in dried lavender or poppy seeds.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 14
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0.2g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg