Description
Discover the joy of baking with these Soft & Chewy Lemon Cookies, a delightful treat that combines sweet and tangy flavors in every bite. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a festive gathering or a cozy afternoon snack—these cookies are sure to brighten your day. Their soft, chewy texture pairs beautifully with the refreshing zest of lemon, making them an irresistible choice for cookie lovers. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, you’ll want to whip up a batch (or two!) to share with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- zest of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Add the egg, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool for five minutes on the baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack; dust with powdered sugar once cooled.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg