Description
Lemon Meltaways are the ultimate indulgence, combining buttery goodness with a refreshing citrus kick. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are perfect for any occasion, from casual snacks to elegant gatherings. With their delightful zesty flavor and airy texture, you’ll find them irresistible! Whip up a batch and impress your friends or treat yourself to a little sunshine in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 tbsp lemon zest (fresh)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (fresh)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until combined.
- Drop tablespoon-sized dollops of dough onto lined baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before dusting with additional powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg