Lemon Sugar Cookie Recipe

Name: Lemon Sugar Cookie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup shortening; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind; 1 cup sugar; 1 egg, unbeaten; 2 tablespoons milk; 2 cups sifted flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; nutmeg (optional); colored crystal sugar (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup shortening
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 cup sugar
1 egg, unbeaten
2 tablespoons milk
2 cups sifted flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
nutmeg (optional)
colored crystal sugar (optional)

1
Heat oven to 385 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Blend together shortening, salt, lemon rind and sugar. Beat in egg and milk. Stir in all other ingredients.
3
Squish a roughly teaspoon-to-tablespoon-size amount of the dough, which is coarse until squished, and place in rows on a greased baking sheet.
4
For pizzazz, dust cookies with nutmeg or colored sugar.
5
Bake 6-10 minute until light golden. (Watch! They darken quickly!).
6
Tip: Use the rest of the lemon to make fresh lemonade, delicious!

454

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup shortening, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind, 1 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Lemon Sugar Cookie 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.

Lemon Sugar Cookie

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