Indulge in the zesty delight of Jackson Lemon Cookies with this delicious recipe. Bursting with citrus flavor and a delicate crumb, these cookies are perfect for any occasion. Here's how to make them.
Ingredients: – 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened – 1 cup granulated sugar – 2 large egg – 2 teaspoons lemon zest (from about 2 lemons) – 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice – 3 cups all-purpose flour – 1 teaspoon baking powder – 1/2 teaspoon salt – Additional granulated sugar for rolling (optional) – Lemon icing (optional, recipe below)
Lemon Icing Ingredients (optional): – 1 cup powdered sugar – 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice – 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Add Eggs and Lemon: Beat in the eggs one at a time until well combined. Mix in the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice until incorporated. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms. Be careful not to overmix. Form Cookie Dough Balls: If desired, roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and roll them in granulated sugar for extra sweetness and texture.
Bake: Place the cookie dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. Prepare Lemon Icing (Optional): If using lemon icing, whisk together the powdered sugar, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Drizzle the icing over the cooled cookies.
Serve and Enjoy: Once the icing has set, serve the Jackson Lemon Cookies and enjoy their zesty delight with a cup of tea or coffee!
These Jackson Lemon Cookies are sure to brighten any day with their refreshing citrus flavor and irresistible texture. Whether enjoyed as a sweet treat for yourself or shared with friends and family, they're bound to be a hit!
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