Glazed Lemon Cookies Soft Citrus (Printable Version)
Tender lemon cookies finished with a tangy glaze, bursting with citrus flavor. Quick to make and melt-in-your-mouth soft.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cookies
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286 grams all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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227 grams unsalted butter, cool room temperature
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150 grams granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons finely grated lemon zest (from 3 medium lemons)
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1 large egg, cool room temperature
→ Glaze
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189 grams powdered sugar, sifted
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2 to 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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Additional lemon zest, for garnish (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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Preheat oven to 175°C. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a small bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat butter, sugar, and lemon zest with an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed.
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Add the egg and beat until very well combined, approximately 1 minute. Scrape down the bowl to ensure even mixing.
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With mixer on low speed, blend in the flour mixture just until incorporated. The dough will appear slightly dry.
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Using a medium spring-loaded scoop, portion 1.5 tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, leaving 5 cm of space between each. Roll each ball gently with your palms, then flatten to approximately 8 mm thick.
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Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until cookies are just set and lightly golden on the edges. Allow to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
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In a bowl, whisk powdered sugar with lemon juice, adding juice 1 tablespoon at a time, until a thick but pourable glaze forms. Spoon glaze over each cooled cookie and garnish with additional lemon zest if desired.
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Allow glazed cookies to stand until the icing sets, about 30 minutes. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
# Additional Notes:
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For citrus variations, substitute lime, orange, or Meyer lemon zest and juice for a different flavor profile.
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To prepare as bars, press dough evenly into a parchment-lined 20x20 cm metal pan, bake at 175°C for 23–25 minutes, cool completely before glazing and slicing.