Description
Elevate your holiday baking with these Christmas Lemon Cooler Cookies, a delightful treat that brings the zing of fresh lemon and the sweetness of powdered sugar together in every bite. These soft, buttery cookies are not only easy to make but also evoke cherished memories of festive gatherings and family traditions. Perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own, they’ll brighten any winter afternoon!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tbsp lemon zest (about 2 lemons)
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
- In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Mix in the lemon juice and zest until fully combined.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool on sheets for five minutes before transferring to wire racks. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 72
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg