Description
These delightful cookies are infused with the bright flavors of lemon or orange zest and are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp almond extract
- Zest of 1 lemon or orange
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy (3-5 minutes).
- Gradually add eggs and extracts to the butter mixture until smooth.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid over-mixing.
- Fold in the lemon or orange zest gently.
- Scoop dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
- For best results, use room temperature butter and eggs.
- Make sure to not over-bake the cookies to ensure they stay soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg