Lemon Meltaways
These Lemon Meltaways are soft, buttery cookies infused with fresh lemon flavor, perfect for sharing and delightful as a sweet treat.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened at room temperature Butter is essential for rich flavor and fluffy texture.
- 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted (divided) First cup for dough, second for dusting.
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice Fresh is key for brightness.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Brings warmth and depth.
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Gives structure to the cookies.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and 1 cup of sifted powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture until a soft dough forms.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack and dusting with remaining powdered sugar.
Notes
Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. For a flavor change-up, try using oranges or limes instead of lemons.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 10mgSugar: 8g
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