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Lemon Cake Cookies

Sophia
Soft, zesty lemon cookies with a cake-like texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest from 1 lemon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt

For the Glaze (Optional):

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest

For Garnish (Optional):

  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp white chocolate chips melted
  • 1/4 tsp edible dried lavender

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F; line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Beat butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla; mix well.
  • Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; add to wet mixture and mix until combined.
  • Scoop 1 tbsp dough per cookie; roll into balls and flatten slightly on baking sheets.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set. Cool on sheets for 5 minutes; transfer to a rack.
  • Mix powdered sugar, lemon juice, and zest for glaze; drizzle over cooled cookies.
  • Garnish with lemon zest, white chocolate drizzle, and lavender. Serve at room temperature.

Notes

Nutrition (per serving):
  • Calories: 200 kcal
  • Protein: 3g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 16g
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g Source: USDA Food Database (2025). Values are approximate.