Zesty Lemon Slice-and-Bake Butter Cookies: Easy Prep, Melt-in-Your-Mouth Goodness 🍋🍪
Looking for a cookie that combines buttery richness with a citrusy zing? These Zesty Lemon Slice-and-Bake Butter Cookies are your new go-to treat. Crisp at the edges, tender in the center, and bursting with bright lemon flavor, they’re perfect for afternoon tea, dessert trays, or simply satisfying a sweet craving.
⭐ Why You’ll Love These Cookies
Effortless prep: Just mix, chill, slice, and bake!
Make-ahead friendly: Dough can be frozen and baked fresh whenever you like.
Irresistibly flavorful: Real lemon zest and juice bring sunshine to every bite.
Perfect texture: Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a hint of crunch.
🍋 Ingredients
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups all-purpose flour
Optional: Extra lemon zest or turbinado sugar for sprinkling
🧈 Directions
1. Cream the Butter and Sugar
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes). Add the lemon zest, juice, vanilla extract, and salt, and beat until fully combined.
2. Add the Flour
Gradually mix in the flour until a soft dough forms. If the dough is too sticky, chill it for 10 minutes before shaping.
3. Shape and Chill
Divide the dough into two equal portions. Roll each into a log about 1.5 inches thick. Wrap in parchment or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or freeze for longer storage).
4. Slice and Bake
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice dough logs into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
Optional: Sprinkle with extra lemon zest or coarse sugar for sparkle and crunch.
5. Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are just golden. Cool on a wire rack before serving.
🧊 Storage Tips
Refrigerated Dough: Keeps for up to 5 days.
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