Description
These Thick and Soft Lemon Cookies are bursting with citrus flavor, featuring a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. With straightforward preparation and key ingredients like unsalted butter and fresh lemon zest, they are sure to become a favorite. Perfect for sharing or enjoying with a cup of tea!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1-2 tablespoons heavy cream (for frosting)
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest (for frosting)
- 1-2 teaspoons lemon juice (for frosting)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla (for frosting)
- pinch of salt (for frosting)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cornstarch.
- In a stand mixer, beat softened butter and both sugars for 2-3 minutes until light and creamy.
- Add the egg, egg yolk, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla, mixing until well combined.
- Incorporate the sour cream into the mixture.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Cover the dough and chill for 1-2 hours to help hold the shape during baking.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (regular bake, no convection).
- Scoop large balls of dough (about 1/4 cup each), roll them smooth, and slightly flatten the tops without overpressing.
- Place the dough balls on a parchment-lined, light-colored baking sheet.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes until the edges are set and the centers are soft and slightly underbaked.
- Cool completely before frosting with the lemon frosting.
Notes
Chilling the dough is crucial for achieving the right cookie texture.
Feel free to adjust the lemon zest in the frosting for a more intense flavor.
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg