LEMON BUTTER COOKIES

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These tender cutout cookies have a slight lemon flavor that makes them stand out from the rest. They're very easy to roll out compared to other sugar cookies I've worked with. I know you'll enjoy them as much as we do. -Judy McCreight, Springfield, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 13 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/4 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons lemon extract
4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Colored sugar, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, milk and extract. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and chill for 2 hours. , Preheat oven to 350°. Roll out on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-in. cookie cutter dipped in flour. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Sprinkle with colored sugar if desired. , Bake until the edges just begin to brown, 8-9 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

TARIQUE ALI BHUTTO
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I've made these cookies several times and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste delicious. The lemon flavor is perfect and they're not too sweet.


Mido Amr
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These cookies are amazing! The lemon flavor is so refreshing and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making them again.


Sandeepa Malshan
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I love these cookies! They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfect. The lemon flavor is delicious and they're always a hit with my friends and family.


Ata Hayee
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These cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The lemon flavor is really bright and refreshing. I love them!


Jody Rinard
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these cookies easily. They turned out great! The lemon flavor is perfect and they're not too sweet.


Alina Ioana
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I made these cookies for a bake sale and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so flavorful and the lemon flavor is perfect.


Douaa Bld
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These cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love the lemon flavor. I will definitely be making them again.


Riaz Ali
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out great! They're crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. The lemon flavor is perfect.


alex jones
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I made these cookies for my family and they loved them! They're so soft and flavorful. I will definitely be making them again.


Josh Strayer
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These cookies are delicious! I love the combination of lemon and butter. They're perfect for a snack or a dessert.


Aly Hashmi
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I'm not usually a fan of lemon desserts, but these cookies changed my mind. The lemon flavor is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the cookie. They're also really easy to make, which is a bonus.


Miria twikiriza
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These cookies were a hit at my last party! Everyone loved the bright lemon flavor and the buttery texture. They're so easy to make, too. I'll definitely be making them again.