Description
Meyer Lemon Meltaways are irresistibly buttery cookies that melt in your mouth, delivering a refreshing burst of citrus flavor with every bite. Perfectly balancing sweetness and tartness, these delicate treats evoke warm memories of baking with loved ones. Simple to make and elegant in presentation, they are ideal for any occasion, from casual snacks to festive celebrations. Delight your guests or enjoy them on a cozy afternoon?these meltaways will surely brighten your day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon Meyer lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Meyer lemon juice
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350?F (175?C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until fluffy.
- Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gradually add flour and salt; mix until just combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheet about an inch apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool on the baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack; dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg