Description

Bright, zesty, and irresistibly soft, these Lemon Poundcake Cookies are a citrus lover’s dream! Topped with a tangy lemon glaze, they’re perfect for tea time, dessert, or gifting.

Ingredients

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For the Cookies:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 1/4 cups granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon lemon zest

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Lemon Glaze:

1 cup powdered sugar

2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (adjust for desired consistency)

1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional, for garnish)

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
Step 2: Make the Cookie Dough
In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
Mix in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
Step 3: Shape and Bake
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls.
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 4: Prepare the Lemon Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more lemon juice or powdered sugar as needed.
Step 5: Glaze the Cookies
Once the cookies are completely cool, drizzle or spread the lemon glaze over each cookie.
Garnish with a sprinkle of lemon zest for an extra burst of flavor.

Notes

For a stronger lemon flavor, add an extra teaspoon of lemon zest to the dough.

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

If the glaze is too thick, add a teaspoon of milk or lemon juice to thin it out.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 150 kcal
Sugar: 150 kcal
Sodium: 50mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 30mg