Lemon Butter Cookies

Lemon Butter Cookies

Soft, buttery, and sweet — these cookies bring a taste of home with a comforting touch of lemon zest.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• ¾ cup sugar

• 1 egg yolk

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• Zest of 1 lemon

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

• Optional: powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
   Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix the Dough:
   In a bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
   Add egg yolk, vanilla, lemon zest, and salt.
   Gradually add flour and mix until smooth dough forms.

3. Shape & Chill:
   Roll dough into small balls or use a cookie cutter.
   Chill 20 minutes in fridge for best texture.

4. Bake:
   Bake 12–15 minutes or until edges turn golden.
   Cool on a rack and dust with powdered sugar.

Nutrition (per cookie)

Calories: 130 | Fat: 7 g | Carbs: 14 g | Protein: 1 g