Zesty Lemon Meltaway Cookies
Zesty Lemon Meltaway Cookies are a delightful treat that melts in your mouth, delivering an invigorating burst of citrus flavor with each bite. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies combine the sweetness of buttery dough with a tangy lemon twist, making them an ideal addition to your dessert table. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they’re sure to create joyful memories during family gatherings or tea parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (freshly grated)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Mix in the freshly grated lemon zest and lemon juice until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch. Gradually add this mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set but centers remain soft. Let cool briefly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: - Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking for even better texture. - Feel free to swap lemon zest with lime or orange zest for a fun twist. - Drizzle with a simple glaze for added sweetness if desired.