Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavor of Lemon Bar Butter Cookies, where a buttery texture meets a refreshing citrus zest. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for any occasion, from cozy nights to elegant gatherings. With their irresistible aroma and sunny appearance, they promise to brighten your day with every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Zest of 2 lemons
- ¼ cup lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Fold in lemon zest and lemon juice.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - For added texture, consider mixing in poppy seeds or swapping lemon for lime for a tropical variation. - To enhance flavor, chill the dough before baking.