Ingredients
- All-purpose flour: 2 1/4 cups
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter, softened: 1/2 cup (1 stick)
- Eggs: 2 large
- Lemon zest: 2 tablespoons
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 3: Add the softened butter, eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the dry ingredients. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
- Step 4: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Step 5: Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
Notes
- To keep these cookies soft and chewy, store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
- For a warm, comforting treat, microwave a cookie for about 5-10 seconds until slightly softened.
- Serve these delightful cookies with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra special dessert.
- For a more intense lemon flavor, let the zest sit with the sugar for 15 minutes before mixing the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American