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Perfectly Soft and Chewy Lemon Sugar Cookies
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Perfectly Soft and Chewy Lemon Sugar Cookies

Buttery, citrus-kissed cookies with a crisp edge and tender center. Lemon zest and juice deliver vibrant sweetness, balanced by a hint of sea salt for caramel depth. Ready in 27 minutes for fresh-baked comfort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 215
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  2. Beat butter and sugar until pale and fluffy
  3. Add egg and mix until fully incorporated
  4. Stir in lemon juice and zest
  5. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt into the wet mixture
  6. Fold in vanilla extract until smooth
  7. Chill dough for 30 minutes
  8. Roll dough into 12 balls, spacing 3 inches apart on baking sheet
  9. Bake 12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft
  10. Sprinkle sea salt immediately after baking
  11. Cool 5 minutes before serving

Notes

Use fresh lemon juice and zest for brightest flavor
European butter (45-50% fat) improves richness without greasiness
Powdered sugar creates smoother dough texture
Chilling dough is essential for even rise and shape