Ingredients
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Butter – 1 cup
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Powdered Sugar – 1 ⅓ cup
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Eggs – 1
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Lemon Zest – ½ lemon
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Lemon Juice – 1 tbsp
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Wheat Flour – 2 ½ cups
Recipe
Lemon butter cookies are the epitome of sweet and tart. A delectable twist on the traditional butter cookies recipe, these chewy and buttery treats are full of vibrant lemon flavor. Furthermore, these no-stress cookies are super easy to make, as they require only five ingredients. They will be a lifesaver on a busy workday when you want something sweet, and you want it promptly.
When you make these mouthwateringly delicious cookies, make a double batch because they are going to disappear in a flash. Enjoy them with your hot drink of choice or take them with you as a sweet on-the-go snack. Without further ado, grab your apron, and let’s bake some fantastic lemony treats!
Steps
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Whisk softened butter with powdered sugar until combined. |
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2
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Add egg, zest from half a lemon, and a tablespoon of lemon juice; mix thoroughly. |
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3
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Gradually fold in flour and knead until a dough forms. |
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4
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Use the dough to form balls and flatten them down with the palm of your hand. |
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5
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Arrange them on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and press each one down with a fork. |
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6
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Bake at 360 °F for 20 minutes. |
Regardless of the occasion, lemon butter cookies are a perfect dessert that you can easily put together last minute. What is your favorite cookie? Please tell us in the comments, as we would love to know!
