Description
Zesty Lemon Shortbread Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly combines buttery richness with bright citrus flavor. Each bite offers a melt-in-your-mouth texture, making them ideal for tea parties, celebrations, or simply enjoying on a cozy afternoon. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, these cookies will leave everyone asking for more. Bake a batch today and fill your kitchen with the refreshing aroma of lemon!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 large lemon
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until fully blended.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto prepared baking sheets, flatten slightly.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg