Zesty Lemon Frosted Cookies: A Tangy Delight to Brighten Your Day
Brighten your day with these Zesty Lemon Frosted Cookies! Soft, tangy, and topped with a creamy lemon frosting, these cookies are a delightful treat for any occasion. Whether you’re sharing them at a family gathering or enjoying them with a cup of tea, the refreshing zing of lemon will surely lift your spirits. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch in no time. These cookies not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also bring a cheerful burst of citrus flavor to your dessert table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (for frosting)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in egg, lemon zest, and juice.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto lined baking sheets. Bake for about 12 minutes until golden around the edges.
- While cooling, prepare the frosting by mixing softened butter with powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Once cooled, frost each cookie generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg