Description

These super soft lemon cookies are light, fluffy, and topped with a smooth lemon glaze that delivers the perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. They’re ideal for spring gatherings, afternoon tea, holidays, or anytime you crave a bright homemade treat.

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs

1/3 cup almond milk (or regular milk)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

4 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon lemon zest (optional)

2 cups powdered sugar

3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon almond milk or regular milk

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Mix in the eggs, vanilla extract, almond milk, fresh lemon juice, and optional lemon zest until fully combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
Scoop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, just until the tops spring back lightly when touched. Do not overbake.
Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and milk until smooth and pourable.
Dip each cooled cookie into the glaze or spoon it over the tops. Let the glaze set before serving or storing.

Notes

Add extra lemon zest for a stronger citrus flavor.

Mix in white chocolate chips for a sweeter variation.

Substitute buttermilk for the milk to create an even softer texture.

Add a few drops of lemon extract to the glaze for more intense lemon flavor.

Decorate with sprinkles or fresh lemon zest before the glaze sets.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Freeze unglazed cookies for up to 3 months and glaze after thawing.

Prep Time: 8 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 220 kcal
Sugar: 23 g
Sodium: 170 mg
Fat: 7 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 37 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg