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Tender Lemon Sugar Cookies Recipe Easy Soft Zesty Cookies with Glaze

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These tender lemon sugar cookies are soft, zesty, and topped with a sweet lemon glaze. They are quick to make, perfect for any occasion, and keep their delicate lemon flavor without dryness.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (227 grams) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¼ cups (250 grams) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • Zest from 2 medium lemons
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For the glaze:
  • 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon milk or water (optional, to thin glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
  5. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to portion dough onto baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Optionally, sprinkle a pinch of sugar on top.
  7. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden but centers remain soft.
  8. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice until smooth. Add milk or water if glaze is too thick.
  10. Drizzle or brush the glaze over cooled cookies and let set for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overbake the cookies; they should look slightly underdone when removed from the oven as they firm up while cooling. Avoid the white pith when zesting lemons to prevent bitterness. Store cookies in an airtight container with a slice of bread to keep them soft. The glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding powdered sugar or lemon juice as needed.

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