Welcome to the delightful world of summer lemon sugar cookies, a burst of sunshine and citrusy goodness perfect for any occasion. These charming treats combine the vibrant flavors of lemon and the sweet simplicity of sugar, resulting in a taste sensation that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether you're hosting a summer party, enjoying a picnic in the park, or simply craving a sweet treat, these cookies are a delightful indulgence that will bring a smile to your face.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
LEMON SUGAR COOKIES RECIPE
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350º F. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or a nonstick baking mat.
- Cream together butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add egg and mix until well-combined.
- Stir in flour, baking powder, salt, vanilla, lemon zest and lemon juice. Allow to sit for about 3 minutes to allow lemon flavor to develop.
- Scoop cookie dough by the tablespoon full and roll into a ball.
- Add lemon sugar to a large bowl for rolling cookie dough in before baking. Place each ball of cookie dough into the bowl of lemon sugar and roll to coat well. Place cookie dough onto baking sheet, spacing about 1 1/2-inches to 2 inches apart. Lightly press each cookie down. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until lightly browned.
LEMON SUGAR COOKIES
These are my favorite sugar cookies. The lemon adds a unique flavor. They sure are good with coffee when company comes. -Eula Forbes, Wagoner, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 11 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat butter, sugars and oil until blended. Beat in eggs and extract. Combine flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; stir into butter mixture (dough will be stiff)., Roll into 1-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Press with bottom of a glass dipped in water, then in sugar. Bake 10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
SUMMER LEMON SUGAR COOKIES
I call these "summer" cookies because I made them for a June graduation party. They are very refreshing and light. Top with a lemon glaze and you have perfection! I received this recipe in a newsletter from the Old Farmer's Almanac.
Provided by Clovis Ann
Categories Dessert
Time 50m
Yield 4 dozen, 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Sift together flour, baking powder and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar; add eggs, beating well.
- Beat in lemon rind and juice.
- Gradually add flour mixture, then stir in oats.
- Chill dough thoroughly (at least 2 hours).
- Roll level tablespoonfuls of dough into balls and place onto greased cookie sheets, allowing room for cookies to spread.
- Using a flat-bottomed glass or custard cup that has been greased and dipped into sugar, flatten each ball to a 1/4 inch thickness (dip the glass into sugar each time).
- Bake at 375 degrees F until lightly browned around the edges, about 8 - 10 minutes.
- Cool on cookie sheet for 1 minute, then carefully move to wire rack.
LEMON SUGAR COOKIES WITH SANDY'S COLORED SUGAR
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a medium bowl, beat the butter and sugar on medium-high speed with an electric mixer until fluffy, about 3 minutes. Add the lemon zest and juice and mix well. In a separate medium bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to butter mixture and mix to combine. Shape into a log and wrap in heavy-duty plastic wrap. Refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours.
- Divide the sugar between 2 small resealable plastic bags. Add 8 to 10 drops of 1 color of food coloring to each bag. Shake vigorously to distribute and color the sugar. Put the colored sugar into 2 separate plates.
- Slice the log into 1/2-inch thick rounds. Dip the cookies on 1 side into the sugar, making 12 of each color. Arrange the cookies on baking sheets, spacing evenly, and bake until lightly browned, about 12 to 15 minutes. Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, then remove the cookies from the pans. Cool completely on wire racks before serving.
LEMON SUGAR COOKIES
Taken from a Healthy Meals in Minutes card. To freeze dough shape into cylinders (before the roll into 1in balls step) and wrap into heavy plastic wrap or freezer paper, press out as much air as possible. Freeze up to 1 month
Provided by Sam 3
Categories Dessert
Time 20m
Yield 18 cookies, 9 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Spray 2 non-stick cookie sheets with cooking spray, set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine flour and baking powder.
- In a med bowl, using an electric mixer, cream margarine and 1/3 cup of sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in lemon peel and food coloring.
- Alternately beat in flour mixture and lemon juice until well blended.
- Shape dough into 1in balls and roll in 2 tbs sugar (if using).
- Place 2in apart on prepared baking sheets.
- Using the tines of a fork, press a crisscross pattern into each cookie.
- Bake until edges are lightly golden, about 10 minutes.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.6, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 114.6, Carbohydrate 18.8, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 7.6, Protein 1.5
LEMON SUGAR TEA COOKIES
Delightful lemon flavored cookies.
Provided by Tamme
Categories Desserts Cookies Drop Cookie Recipes
Time 2h
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, cream together butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, corn syrup, and lemon extract. Stir in flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Cover dough, and chill in the refrigerator at least 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Roll chilled dough into walnut sized balls. Roll balls in remaining sugar, and place on the prepared cookie sheet.
- Bake 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.6 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 11.5 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 58.4 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
Lemon Cookies:
- Use fresh lemons for a tangy, citrusy taste.
- Zest the lemons finely to evenly distribute the citrusy aroma throughout the cookies.
- Chill the butter and cream cheese before combining them to prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
- Use cornstarch instead of all-purpose flower in the sugar glaze to achieve a smooth and shiny finish.
- Bake the cookies until the very, slight golden brown so they remain soft and chewy.
Conclusion:
With their bright yellow color, tangy citrusy aroma and just the right amount of chewiness, these Summer Lemon Cookies are sure to be a hit among all who try them. They're the perfect treat to enjoy during the warmer months, and they're also great for sharing with friends and family.
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