Lemon Sugar Cookies

These lemon sugar cookies are great for when you want to put a zesty little twist on a classic sugar cookie!

I love cookies. I REALLY love sugar cookies. However, my husband is not a fan, so I wanted to come up with a cookie recipe that kind of meets in the middle with both of our tastes. I bring to you, lemon sugar cookies. 

These cookies are super simple to make and the only thing that you need to add is really just lemon! 

There are a lot of lemon cookie recipes using pre-made cake mix. I am not a fan of the poo poo ingredients and prefer to just simply add some fresh lemon. 

For a uniform and consistent cookie shape and size, I use my handy dandy cookie scooper in this size. That way the cookies are smaller than usual and great for grabbing quick for a little snack!

Pro tip: after mixing your cookie dough, chill it in the fridge for about ten minutes. This will make them hold their shape better!

What you need to make Lemon Sugar Cookies

• 3 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 tsp teaspoon baking powder 
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups white sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Juice from 2 medium lemons
• Lemon zest

How to Make Lemon Sugar Cookies

Cream together butter and sugar. Add egg, vanilla, lomon zest, and lemon juice. 

Mix dry ingredients in a bowl and slowly add to wet ingredients. 

Bake on cookie sheets lined with parchment paper. 

Bake 375 for 9-11 minutes

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