Sunny Lemon Cookies: Zesty Escape!
Lemon cookies: bake these soft, chewy gluten-free treats in under 30 minutes. Bursting with fresh citrus flavor, ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, and kosher salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar for 1-2 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
- Add the dry ingredients and mix until no more streaks of flour remain.
- Scoop into 18 equal portions (about 1 oz. each), and roll into balls.
- In a small bowl, combine granulated sugar and lemon zest. Roll the dough balls into the sugar mixture and set on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each ball.
- Bake at 350F for 7-8 minutes, until edges are set and the top of the cookies are no longer shiny. Do not overbake.
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Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.