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Sweet Glazed Lemon Cookies

Bright, tangy, and irresistibly sweet lemon cookies with a silky lemon glaze—quick to make and perfect for sharing or gifting.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 3 tbsp lemon zest finely grated
  • 1 large egg
For the Lemon Glaze
  • 1 3/4 cups powdered sugar sifted
  • 5 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • additional lemon zest for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Hand Mixer or Stand Mixer
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  3. Step 3: Using a hand or stand mixer, beat the softened butter, sugar, and finely grated lemon zest for 3 to 4 minutes until pale and fluffy. Scrape down the bowl as needed.
  4. Step 4: Add the egg and beat for another minute until fully incorporated and smooth.
  5. Step 5: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture with a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. Step 6: Portion dough using a cookie scoop or tablespoon onto prepared sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball gently to about 1/3-inch thickness.
  7. Step 7: Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until edges are set and just turning golden, centers remain soft.
  8. Step 8: Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
  9. Step 9: Whisk together sifted powdered sugar and fresh lemon juice until smooth and glossy. Adjust thickness by adding more lemon juice or powdered sugar as needed.
  10. Step 10: Spread or drizzle glaze over cooled cookies. Immediately sprinkle with additional lemon zest for garnish.
  11. Step 11: Let glaze set for about 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store glazed cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate up to a week with parchment between layers, or freeze unglazed cookies up to 3 months and glaze after thawing. For vegan options, substitute butter and use a flax egg.