Description
Soft, chewy, and bursting with bright citrus flavor, these Classic Lemon Sugar Cookies are a perfect balance of sweet and tangy. Rolled in sugar for a delicate crisp edge, they’re simple to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 ½ cups granulated sugar
1 large egg
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Zest of 1 large lemon
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Additional granulated sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (2–3 minutes).
- Add the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Beat until well combined.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Scoop dough with a tablespoon and roll into balls.
- Roll each dough ball in granulated sugar to coat.
- Place dough balls on prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 9–11 minutes, until edges are set and tops are slightly cracked.
- Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Add a touch of almond extract for a flavor twist.
White chocolate chips or dried cranberries make great mix-ins.
Top with lemon glaze for extra sweetness and presentation.
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
