Description
These thick, buttery cookies are packed with the zest of three fresh lemons and topped with a decadently thick citrus glaze. Perfect for those who crave a soft, doughy texture with a vibrant punch, they come together in less than 30 minutes with no chilling required.
Ingredients
- 2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, cool room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 3 large lemons
- 1 large egg
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 cups powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for glaze)
- Extra lemon zest for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and fine sea salt until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cool room temperature butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest for 3 to 4 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg to the butter mixture and beat until perfectly combined.
- Slowly blend the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients until just incorporated.
- Using a medium spring-loaded cookie scoop, drop 1 1/2-tablespoon dough balls onto the baking sheets and gently flatten to 1/3-inch thick with your palms.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until the edges are just set and golden.
- Allow cookies to cool completely before topping with thick spoonfuls of lemon glaze and extra zest.
Notes
For the perfect bakery-style finish, ensure your glaze is thick enough to hold its shape; it should slowly coat the back of a spoon rather than running off. If your kitchen is particularly warm, let the cookies cool in a cool spot to prevent the glaze from melting into the dough upon application.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 14 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American