Description
Delicate, buttery cookies with a bright lemon flavor that literally melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until cookies are set but not browned. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust generously with additional powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.