Description
Indulge in the bright and buttery goodness of Lemon Shortbread Cookies, a delightful treat that brings a refreshing zest to any gathering. These cookies are simple to prepare, requiring no chilling time, making them an ideal choice for quick baking sessions. The combination of fresh lemon juice and zest creates a vibrant flavor that’s perfect for both casual and festive occasions. With their tender texture and charming shapes, these cookies are guaranteed to impress family and friends alike. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or packaged as thoughtful gifts, these Lemon Shortbread Cookies are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in the fresh lemon zest until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined. Adjust dough consistency with additional lemon juice if needed.
- Roll out half of the dough on a surface dusted with powdered sugar to about 1/2-inch thickness.
- Use cookie cutters to shape the cookies and transfer them to prepared sheets.
- Bake for about 9 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; cool completely before adding glaze.
- For the glaze, whisk together more powdered sugar with some lemon juice until smooth and drizzle over cooled cookies.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg