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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour - 1 teaspoon baking powder - ½ teaspoon baking soda - ½ teaspoon salt - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened - 1 cup granulated sugar - 1 large egg - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice - Zest of 2 lemons - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract - 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze) - 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze) - Optional: Lemon slices or zest for garnish

Glazed Lemon Sugar Cookies

Indulge in the delightful taste of glazed lemon sugar cookies, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth! These easy-to-make treats combine zesty lemon flavor with a sweet glaze, making them a hit at any gathering. Follow the simple steps and tips in our recipe to create cookies that are soft, chewy, and irresistibly delicious. Ready to bake?
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Ingredients
  

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

1 large egg

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Zest of 2 lemons

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)

2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)

Optional: Lemon slices or zest for garnish

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set this mixture aside.

      Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand mixer or stand mixer.

        Add Egg and Flavors: Add in the egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.

          Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.

            Shape Cookies: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie as they will spread slightly.

              Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked; this is fine as they will set while cooling.

                Cool Cookies: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

                  Prepare Lemon Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more lemon juice if it's too thick or more powdered sugar if it's too thin.

                    Glaze the Cookies: Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle or spread the lemon glaze over the top of each cookie.

                      Garnish: If desired, garnish each cookie with a small slice of lemon or a sprinkle of lemon zest for added flavor and visual appeal.

                        Prep Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes | Servings: Approximately 24 cookies

                          - Presentation Tips: Arrange the glazed cookies on a decorative platter, and consider placing fresh lemon halves or sprigs of mint around them for a vibrant touch. Enjoy your delightful treats with a cup of tea or coffee!