These Lemon Cookies are so delicious. I normally am not a huge lemon dessert person… However, these cookies have the perfect hint of lemon to bring you a refreshing and flavorful bite each and every time. You will love them and they are perfect for the spring and summer seasons with their fresh taste!

The Lemon Cookie Recipe are a perfect addition along with the afternoon coffees and even perfect for gifting for friends and family for Christmas and the holiday season.

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1½ cups sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 Tablespoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• 2¼ cups flour

Lemon Glaze

• 1½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 Tablespoon lemon zest
• 1 Tablespoon milk
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla

Preparation Method

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar together.
3. Add egg and beat in well.
4. Add lemon juice, lemon zest and vanilla and mix until well blended.
5. Add salt, baking powder and flour and mix until well incorporated.
6. Roll cookies into 1 inch balls and place on greased cookie sheet. Space cookie dough balls about 2 inches apart from each other.
7. Bake at 350 degrees F for 8-10 minutes or until lightly golden on the edges of cookies.
8. Combine glaze ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk until smooth glaze is formed. Drizzle as much as desired over slightly warmed cookies and let finish cooling completely before eating.