Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar
- Zest of 2 lemons
- Juice of 1 lemon
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour and mix until just combined.
- Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of 1/8 inch.
- Use a 2-inch cookie cutter to cut out cookies from the dough.
- Place the cookies on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a small bowl, combine the powdered sugar and lemon zest.
- Using a small sieve, sprinkle the lemon sugar mixture over the cookies.
- Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
Per cookie (1/8th of recipe):
- Calories: 120
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 7g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
Dish Characteristics:
- Light and fluffy texture
- Refreshing lemon flavor
- Perfect for tea time or dessert
User Comments:
- "These cookies are so delicious! They have the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness." - Sarah
- "I love the lemon sugar topping. It adds a nice crunch to the cookies." - John
- "These cookies are so easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again." - Mary
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will help the cookies to keep their shape.
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little milk or water.
- Don't overbake the cookies. They should be golden brown around the edges and still a little soft in the center.
