Lemon Sugar Cookies Recipe ππͺ
Description: These delightful lemon sugar cookies offer a subtle yet tantalizing lemon flavor that perfectly complements their sweet, sugary goodness. Perfect for any dessert occasion, these cookies are sure to become a favorite treat for lemon lovers and cookie enthusiasts alike.
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Makes 72-96 cookies
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 cup | Butter |
| 1 1/2 cups | Sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Sour Cream |
| 3 cups | Flour |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1 tsp | Baking Powder |
| 1 tsp | Baking Soda |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla Extract |
| 1 tbsp | Lemon Juice |
| Extra | Sugar (for rolling) |
Instructions:
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Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add Sour Cream:
Gradually add the sour cream to the butter-sugar mixture, blending well until fully incorporated. -
Incorporate Flavorings:
Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon juice (or lemon extract) until evenly distributed throughout the mixture. -
Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda. -
Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a smooth dough forms. -
Chill Dough:
Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 hours, or until firm. -
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C) in preparation for baking the cookies. -
Prepare Cookie Sheets:
Grease cookie sheets to prevent the cookies from sticking during baking. -
Shape Dough:
Take small portions of the chilled dough and roll them into balls. Roll each ball in extra sugar to coat evenly. -
Flatten Cookies:
Place the sugar-coated dough balls onto the prepared cookie sheets. Using the bottom of a glass, gently flatten each ball. -
Bake:
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes, or until they are lightly browned around the edges. -
Cool and Enjoy:
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, serve and enjoy these delightful lemon sugar cookies!
These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a party, attending a potluck, or simply indulging in a sweet treat at home. Their irresistible combination of tangy lemon and sweet sugar is sure to please your taste buds and leave you craving more! So, why wait? Whip up a batch of these delicious cookies today and share the joy of homemade baking with your friends and family! ππͺ
