Description
Lemon Bar Butter Cookies are a delightful fusion of zesty lemon and rich buttery goodness. These cookies offer a refreshing taste that balances sweetness with a vibrant citrus kick, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re sharing them at a picnic or enjoying them solo during a cozy afternoon, these cookies are sure to brighten your day and leave you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Stir in the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice to incorporate the citrus flavor.
- Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and baking powder until just combined.
- Scoop dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden brown. Cool before dusting with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg