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Lemon Meltaways Butter Cookies


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  • Author: mealstomake
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Delightful lemon-flavored cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for a refreshing treat.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, blend softened butter with powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add cornstarch, all-purpose flour, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until the dough is cohesive.
  4. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Gently flatten each ball with a fork or fingertips.
  6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges begin to turn golden.
  7. Allow to cool on the baking sheet, then transfer to a wire rack and dust with powdered sugar.

Notes

For variations, try using different citrus or adding herb flavors.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 155
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg