Divine Lemon Bliss Cookies Recipe
These delightful lemon cookies are light, fluffy, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor, perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and sure to impress with their elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 large egg
- Zest of 2 medium lemons
- ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon lemon extract optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and lemon extract, mixing until smooth.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Scoop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden around the edges and soft in the center.
- Cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with extra powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant touch.