Description
If you’re craving a delightful treat that brightens your day, look no further than these Zesty Lemon Frosted Cookies. Bursting with fresh lemon flavor and topped with a creamy frosting, these cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. They’re not just easy to make but are also versatile enough to fit any occasion – whether it’s a family gathering or an afternoon pick-me-up. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (for frosting)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for frosting)
- 1–2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional, for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually incorporate this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them apart. Bake for about 12 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges.
- For the frosting, beat softened butter with powdered sugar until smooth; then mix in lemon zest and juice to reach desired consistency.
- Frost cooled cookies generously and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg