Indulge in these tangy and sweet Lemon Kiss Cookies that are perfect for any occasion. These soft and chewy cookies will melt in your mouth, leaving a burst of lemon flavor. With a touch of powdered sugar, these cookies are a delightful treat for lemon lovers. They are easy to make and will surely brighten up your day!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, for rolling
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest to the bowl and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Repeat with the remaining dough.
- Roll each dough ball in powdered sugar to coat it completely.
- Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
