Lemon Cookies
April 29, 2026
Soft and zesty lemon cookies with a bright citrus flavor and a light, tender crumb.
- Prep 15min
- Cook 12min
- Total 27min
- Yield 20 cookies
Ingredients
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 100g unsalted butter, softened
- 120g sugar
- 1 egg
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture to form a soft dough.
- Scoop small portions of dough and roll into balls. Place them on the baking tray, slightly flattening each one.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool on a rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.
Notes
This recipe is inspired by a passage from Entre visillos by Carmen Martín Gaite. It is AI-generated and shared for entertainment, culinary inspiration, and reading enjoyment. Please use your own judgment and experience when preparing it.