Lemon Thins Recipe

Name: Lemon Thins
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup unsalted butter, plus; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1 cup sugar; ½ teaspoon vanilla extract; 2 teaspoons lemon extract; 1 ½ tablespoons freshly grated lemons, zest of; ¼ cup fresh lemon juice; 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; 1 ½ teaspoons double-acting baking powder; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ¼ teaspoon salt; confectioners' sugar, for dusting the cookies

Servings: persons

½ cup unsalted butter, plus
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons lemon extract
1 ½ tablespoons freshly grated lemons, zest of
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons double-acting baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
confectioners' sugar, for dusting the cookies

1
Using an electric mixer, cream the butter and sugar; add the vanilla, the lemon extract, the zest, and the juice, and beat the mixture until smooth.
2
Into the bowl sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and the salt, and blend the dough well.
3
On a piece of wax paper form the dough into a log 1 1/2 inches in diameter, using the paper as a guide.
4
Freeze the log, wrapped in wax paper and foil, overnight, or up to three months.
5
Cut the log into 1/8-inch slices with a sharp knife and bake the cookies 2 inches apart in the middle of a preheated 350F oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are just golden.
6
Transfer the cookies immediately to racks, let them cool, and sift the confectioners' sugar lightly over the lemon thins.

621

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup unsalted butter, plus, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature, 1 cup sugar, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Lemon Thins falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lemon Thins

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