Mix Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until combined.
Add Dry Ingredients: Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined. Add yellow food coloring if desired.
Chill and Roll: Chill the dough for 30 minutes. Then, roll the dough into balls and coat in powdered sugar.
Bake: Place on a lined baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are set but the centers are still soft.
Cool: Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve with a hot cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat.
These cookies pair wonderfully with vanilla ice cream for a refreshing dessert.
Cooking Tips:
Chill the dough: Chilling the dough helps prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
Zest the lemon carefully: Use only the yellow part of the lemon peel, as the white pith can be bitter.
Nutritional Benefits:
These cookies are a delightful source of flavor from real lemon juice and zest, offering a light, citrusy taste that lifts the mood!
Dietary Information:
Contains gluten, dairy, and eggs. Suitable for those who enjoy a standard diet, but can be modified with gluten-free flour and dairy-free butter alternatives.
Nutritional Facts (Per Cookie):
Calories: 120 kcal
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 1g
Storage:
Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freezing: Freeze unbaked dough balls (coated in powdered sugar) and bake from frozen, adding an extra minute or two to the bake time.
