Delicious Lemon Meltaways Light Zesty (Printable)

Tender, buttery cookies bursting with fresh lemon flavor, perfect for teatime or light dessert.

# What's Needed:

→ Dough

01 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
02 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
04 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
08 - 1/4 cup cornstarch

→ Coating

09 - 1 cup powdered sugar, for dusting

# How to Make It:

01 - Beat softened butter and powdered sugar in large bowl until fluffy and pale.
02 - Blend in lemon juice, zest, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
03 - Mix salt, flour, and cornstarch into butter mixture until soft dough forms.
04 - Divide dough in half, roll into 1-inch diameter logs, wrap in plastic, refrigerate 30 minutes.
05 - Heat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
06 - Cut dough into 1/4-inch rounds, place 1 inch apart on prepared sheets.
07 - Bake 10-12 minutes until edges are barely golden.
08 - Cool 5 minutes on sheets, toss in powdered sugar while warm.
09 - Cool completely on wire rack. Dust with extra powdered sugar before serving.

# Tips for Success:

01 -
  • The cornstarch secret makes them practically dissolve on your tongue
  • They're impossibly tender yet sturdy enough to pack in lunchboxes
  • The fresh lemon brightens even the gloomiest winter afternoon
02 -
  • Overbaking by even two minutes makes these lose their delicate texture
  • The dough logs can be frozen for up to a month if you want slice-and-bake convenience later
  • Warm cookies absorb more sugar, so coat them promptly after that five-minute rest
03 -
  • Room temperature ingredients are non-negotiable for the proper texture
  • The cornstarch is what creates that distinctively tender crumb, dont skip it

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