Description
Bright, buttery, and full of lemony zing, these Lemon Shortbread Cookies are the perfect sweet bite for tea time or a cozy snack. With their crumbly texture and citrus aroma, they’re sure to become a go-to favorite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (coconut oil can be used as a healthier alternative)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (swap with whole wheat for extra fiber)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream the softened butter with powdered sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy.
- Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing just until a dough forms. Avoid overmixing.
- Form the dough into 1-inch balls, place on the baking sheet, and lightly press down each with a fork.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the tray for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
For a fun twist, try mixing in some poppy seeds. These cookies store beautifully in an airtight container for up to a week — though they rarely last that long!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: lemon cookies, shortbread, tea cookies, citrus dessert