Description
Zesty lemon poundcake cookies blend creamy richness with tangy citrus charm, creating a delightful treat perfect for afternoon tea or sweet indulgence. Moist crumb and bright flavor invite pure dessert bliss for cookie enthusiasts seeking refreshing elegance.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/4 cups (250 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 3/4 cups (330 grams) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) fresh lemon juice
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Glaze:
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the kitchen oven to 350F (175C) and arrange parchment paper across baking sheets to prevent sticking.
- Cream softened butter and sugar in a spacious mixing bowl until the mixture transforms into a pale, airy texture.
- Introduce eggs individually, thoroughly incorporating each one to create a smooth, uniform base.
- Infuse the mixture with bright lemon juice, fragrant zest, and rich vanilla extract, stirring until harmoniously blended.
- Separately, sift together flour, leavening agent, and salt to eliminate potential lumps and ensure even distribution.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring minimally to maintain a tender cookie texture.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form uniform dough balls and arrange them evenly across prepared baking sheets, leaving sufficient space between each cookie.
- Transfer to preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for delicate golden edges as a sign of perfect doneness.
- While cookies cool completely, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl until achieving a silky, pourable glaze consistency.
- Drizzle or generously spread the tangy glaze across each cooled cookie, finishing with a sprinkle of fresh lemon zest for an extra citrusy punch.
Notes
- Use fresh, organic lemons for the most vibrant citrus flavor and maximum zest intensity.
- Allow butter to reach room temperature before mixing to ensure smooth, even incorporation with sugar.
- Avoid overmixing the dough to prevent tough, dense cookies; mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24
- Calories: 204
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 74 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg