Description
These Lemon Poundcake Cookies are a delightful treat with a soft, cake-like texture and a burst of bright lemon flavor. Topped with a tangy lemon glaze, they are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Glaze:
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until fully combined.
- Form and bake: Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough, roll into balls, and place on the prepared baking sheet. Gently flatten each ball. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden.
- Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice to make the glaze. Drizzle over cooled cookies and let set before serving.
Notes
- These cookies have a soft, cake-like texture with a bright lemon flavor.
- Add almond extract for a different twist, or top with extra lemon zest for color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
