Lemon Sunshine Cookies Recipe Recipe

Name: Lemon Sunshine Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1/3 cup sugar; 1 extra large egg yolk; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup all purpose flour; 2 tablespoons buttermilk; 1 1/2 packed teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup confectioners sugar; 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Servings: persons

6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1/3 cup sugar
1 extra large egg yolk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all purpose flour
2 tablespoons buttermilk
1 1/2 packed teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup confectioners sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice

1
In a large bowl, beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg yolk and vanilla and beat until well combined.
2
Add flour and beat until dough begins to form. Add buttermilk. Beat in zest and salt until dough comes together. Divide dough into two parts. Roll each part into a log that is 1.5 inches wide. Wrap each log in plastic wrap. Let dough chill in refrigerator for 30 minutes.
3
Preheat oven to 350u00b0F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
4
Take dough out of refrigerator and cut into 1/4 inch thick slices. Arrange cookies on baking sheets and bake until dry and turning golden, about 15 minutes.
5
In a small bowl, whisk together confectioners sugar and lemon juice.
6
When cookies are cool enough to handle, dip the top of each cookie in the glaze. Let dry for 10 minutes.

521

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, 1/3 cup sugar, 1 extra large egg yolk, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Lemon Sunshine Cookies Recipe 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 Sunshine Cookies Recipe

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