Description
Lemon Easter Cookies are a delightful way to celebrate spring and the joy of Easter. These soft, chewy cookies are bursting with zesty lemon flavor, making them a refreshing treat that will brighten any dessert table. With minimal ingredients and an easy-to-follow recipe, you can whip up a batch in under an hour. Perfect for family gatherings, brunches, or cozy afternoons at home, these cookies not only taste fantastic but also look festive when decorated with icing or sprinkles. Enjoy the essence of spring with each delicious bite of Lemon Easter Cookies.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest; mix until combined.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, always use fresh lemons instead of bottled juice.
Chill the dough for 30 minutes if your kitchen is warm to maintain shape during baking.
Feel free to add icing or colorful sprinkles for decoration.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Always use fresh lemons for the best flavor. Chill the dough for 30 minutes if your kitchen is warm to prevent spreading during baking. Customize by adding icing or colorful sprinkles for decoration.