Ingredients
1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp baking powder
¼ tsp salt
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy (3-4 minutes).
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Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
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Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spaced 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
You can add poppy seeds for a classic lemon poppy seed twist.
Drizzle with lemon glaze for extra sweetness and tartness.
For smaller cookies, reduce the baking time slightly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 150 kcal per cookie
