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Zesty Lemon Meltaway Cookies

Buttery, soft cookies infused with lemon zest and topped with a light lemon glaze that melt in your mouth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Spring
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 0.5 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest plus extra for garnish
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 0.25 tsp salt
Lemon Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Mix until combined.
  4. Whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add to wet mixture until dough forms.
  5. Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart.
  6. Bake for 12–14 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool 5 minutes on baking sheets, then transfer to wire rack.
  7. Whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice for glaze. Drizzle over cooled cookies.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle with lemon zest before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Can be frozen (without glaze) for up to 2 months.