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### 👩🍳 How to Make Homemade Lemon Cookies
1. **Cream the butter and sugar** until light and fluffy.
2. **Add egg, lemon zest, and juice**, beating until well combined.
3. **Mix in dry ingredients** gradually until a soft dough forms.
4. **Chill the dough** (at least 30 minutes) for better flavor and shape retention.
5. **Scoop and bake** at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
6. **Cool and decorate** with a drizzle of lemon glaze or a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.
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### 📝 Tips for Success
* **Use fresh lemons** – bottled juice doesn’t have the same vibrancy.
* **Zest first, then juice** – it’s easier and less wasteful.
* **Chill the dough** – it keeps cookies from spreading too much.
* **Double the batch** – they’ll go faster than you think!
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### 🍽️ Serving Ideas
* Serve with **hot tea or iced lemonade** for a refreshing afternoon break.
* Add to a **spring or summer dessert table** alongside berry tarts and shortbread.
* Wrap in parchment and ribbon for **sweet homemade gifts**.
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### 💛 Final Thoughts
**Homemade Lemon Cookies** are more than just a treat—they’re a celebration of simple, fresh ingredients that bring brightness to your day. Each bite is a little reminder that the best desserts don’t need to be complicated—they just need to be made with care (and a little zest!).
Ready to whip up a batch? These cookies are calling your name.
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Want a printable recipe card, glaze variations, or a gluten-free version? I’d be happy to help you customize it!
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