Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon extract until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in the lemon zest and lemon juice until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the lined baking sheet, spacing them a couple of inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are golden and the centers look slightly puffed.
- Cool the cookies on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then roll them in powdered sugar before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure butter is just softened, avoid overmixing the dough, and let cookies cool briefly before transferring to racks for best texture.
