Indulge in the delightful combination of citrusy lemon and sweet sugar with these irresistible lemon sugar tea cookies. Perfect for afternoon tea or any time you're craving a sweet treat, these cookies are easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1 egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for coating
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in lemon zest and egg until well combined.
- Gradually add flour, baking powder, and salt, stirring until dough comes together.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes.
- Roll warm cookies in powdered sugar until coated. Let cool completely before serving.
Interesting Facts
Lemon sugar tea cookies are the perfect accompaniment to a cup of hot tea or coffee.
The lemon zest adds a burst of fresh citrus flavor to these sweet cookies.
These cookies make a great homemade gift for friends and family.