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Lemon Sugar Cookies
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Prep Time
10
minutes
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Cook Time
10
minutes
mins
Course
Dessert
Servings
20
Ingredients
1
cup
cold Butter
cubed
2
cups
Sugar
2
Eggs
1
teaspoon
Pure Vanilla Extract
1 1/2
Tablespoons
Fresh Lemon Juice
1
Tablespoon
Lemon Zest
add more for an extra burst of flavor
3
cups
All-Purpose Flour
1 1/4
teaspoons
Baking Powder
1/4
teaspoon
Baking Soda
1/2
teaspoon
Salt
*Optional: a drop of yellow food coloring for a vibrant touch
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a big bowl, beat the cold butter and sugar until fluffy (about 4 minutes). Add eggs, vanilla, lemon juice, and lemon zest; mix well.
Stir in the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined.
Drop spoonfuls of dough onto a light-colored baking sheet.
Bake for 9-11 minutes. Once done, you can sprinkle some sugar or white sparkling sugar on top for an extra sweet touch.