Soft Lemon Glazed Cookies 🍋
Ingredients:
* 2 cups all-purpose flour
* ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
* ¾ cup granulated sugar
* 1 large egg
* 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
* 1 tbsp lemon zest
* 1 tsp vanilla extract
* ½ tsp baking powder
* ¼ tsp salt
For the Lemon Glaze:
* 1 cup powdered sugar
* 2 tbsp lemon juice
* 1 tbsp melted butter
* ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
* Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
* Cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
* Add the egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla. Mix well.
* In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
* Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
* Roll the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
* Gently flatten each ball slightly.
* Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
* Let the cookies cool completely.
Make the Glaze:
* Mix powdered sugar, lemon juice, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
* Spread a generous layer over each cooled cookie.
* Let the glaze set, then sprinkle lightly with powdered sugar.
Enjoy! 🍋❤️