Delicate and flavorful Lemon Snowflake Cookies for a refreshing treat

These Lemon Snowflake Cookies are light, crispy and bursting with lemon flavor. The perfect combination of sweet and tart makes them a delightful treat for any occasion. They are easy to make and sure to impress with their intricate snowflake design.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Directions

1. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Beat in egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until combined.
5. Divide dough in half, shape into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
7. Roll out dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/4 inch thickness.
8. Use snowflake-shaped cookie cutters to cut out dough and transfer to prepared baking sheets.
9. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
10. Cool cookies on a wire rack and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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