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cooling lemon shortbread cookies on a rack

Lemon Shortbread Cookies

A delightful recipe for lemon shortbread cookies that combines buttery richness with a zesty lemon twist.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

Preparation:
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Mixing:
1. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
2. Mix in lemon zest and juice.
3. Gradually add flour until dough forms.

Baking:
1. Roll out dough to 1/2 inch thickness.
2. Cut shapes with a cookie cutter.
3. Bake for 15-20 minutes until edges are golden.

Notes

For a nutty flavor, substitute some flour with almond flour. Add a glaze for extra sweetness.

  • Author: Stella Schaden
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Scottish
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 10mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: lemon shortbread, cookies, baking