Lemon Meltaways
Experience the joy of baking with these delightful Lemon Meltaways, a treat that perfectly embodies the essence of sunny days. These cookies boast a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a refreshing zest that elevates any occasion. Simple enough for novice bakers yet satisfying for seasoned pros, this recipe allows you to prepare the dough ahead of time, ensuring fresh cookies are always at your fingertips. Ideal for gatherings, afternoon tea, or when you crave something sweet, Lemon Meltaways will surely brighten your day!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 stick (4 ounces; 113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup + 2 teaspoons powdered sugar
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 4 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter with powdered sugar until smooth. Mix in lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add flour, cornstarch, and sea salt to the mixture on low speed until just incorporated. The dough should be slightly crumbly but hold together when pressed.
- Divide the dough in half and shape into two logs about 12 inches long using wax or parchment paper. Refrigerate for one hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice chilled logs into 12 pieces each and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are barely golden. Cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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