Frosted Lemon Cookies Recipe

Name: Frosted Lemon Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; 4 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 None lemon, zested and juiced; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 None large egg yolk; 1/2 tsp vanilla extract; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 4 cups powdered sugar, sifted; 3 tbsp meringue powder; None None red food coloring

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F.
2
In a mixer, beat butter on a medium speed for 30 seconds, or until smooth. Add cream cheese and beat for 30 seconds. Add lemon zest and sugar. Beat for 1 min. Add egg yolk and vanilla. Beat for 1 min. Reduce speed to low and add flour. Mix until dough just comes together. Shape into 2 - 8 inch long cylinders, wrap in wax paper and chill or freeze until firm.
3
Cut dough into 1/4 inch thick slices. Transfer to a greased baking pan and bake for 8-10 mins, until edges just begin to turn golden brown. Let cool on pan for 5 mins then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
4
To make the royal icing, whisk together powdered sugar, meringue powder, 2 tbsp lemon juice and 6-8 tbsp water for 5-7 mins, or until thick and white. Divide in half. Tint 1 portion with red food coloring. Transfer white and red royal icing to piping bags fitted with plain tips and decorate as desired. Set aside to dry for 4 hours, or overnight.

1377

kcal

Calories

Fat

208

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter, softened, 4 oz cream cheese, softened, 1 None lemon, zested and juiced, 3/4 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Frosted Lemon Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Frosted Lemon Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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