Description
Lemon Shortbread Cookies are a delightful blend of buttery goodness and refreshing citrus, making them an ideal treat for any occasion. These cookies feature the zesty brightness of fresh lemons, which beautifully complements their rich flavor. Perfect for tea parties, birthdays, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth, this recipe stands out for its quick preparation—no chill time required! In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a batch of these light and crisp cookies that are easily customizable with different shapes and toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for rolling
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for pan
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and powdered sugar using an electric mixer until fluffy.
- Mix in lemon zest until combined.
- Gradually add flour and salt; mix just until combined.
- Adjust dough consistency with lemon juice if needed.
- Roll out half the dough on a lightly dusted surface to about 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut into desired shapes and transfer to baking sheets.
- Bake for about 9 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool completely before glazing with a mixture of powdered sugar and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 77
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 14mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use room temperature butter for the best texture. Measure flour accurately to avoid dry cookies. Feel free to customize with different cookie cutters or by adding sprinkles on top.