Description
These Lemon Pound Cake Cookies are a delightful twist on the traditional pound cake, transformed into soft, flavorful cookies with a zesty lemon glaze. Perfectly balanced with fresh lemon juice and vanilla, they’re easy to prepare and ideal for sharing at any gathering.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- â…” cup granulated sugar
- â…” cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- Milk, to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Add the granulated sugar and softened unsalted butter to a mixing bowl. Beat them together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring the sugar is fully incorporated into the butter for a light base.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Mix in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, eggs, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Beat the mixture on high speed until all ingredients are fully combined and a soft dough forms.
- Shape Cookies: Divide the dough into 24 evenly sized balls. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Flatten each dough ball slightly with the palm of your hand to ensure even baking and shape.
- Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes or until they are cooked through and the bottoms are lightly browned. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly on the baking sheet.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar with a splash of milk added gradually until reaching your desired glaze consistency. Stir in the vanilla extract until the glaze is smooth and pourable.
- Glaze and Set: Drizzle the prepared glaze generously over the warm cookies. Let the cookies sit for several minutes so the glaze can set properly before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best bright citrus flavor.
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for easier creaming with sugar.
- You can adjust the glaze thickness by adding more or less milk.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For a stronger lemon flavor, add a teaspoon of lemon zest to the dough.
