Best 2 Best Lemon Cookie Recipe Ever Recipes

Indulge in a burst of zesty citrus flavors with our collection of the best lemon cookie recipes ever. These delectable treats are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a tea party, craving a sweet snack, or simply want to enjoy the bright taste of lemons. From classic lemon drop cookies with a crispy exterior and chewy interior to soft and tangy lemon crinkle cookies, our recipes cater to every cookie lover's preference. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a symphony of lemon-infused goodness.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LEMON SUGAR COOKIES

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These are my favorite sugar cookies. The lemon adds a unique flavor. They sure are good with coffee when company comes. -Eula Forbes, Wagoner, Oklahoma

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 11 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup canola oil
2 eggs
1 teaspoon lemon extract
4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
Additional sugar

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat butter, sugars and oil until blended. Beat in eggs and extract. Combine flour, baking soda and cream of tartar; stir into butter mixture (dough will be stiff)., Roll into 1-in. balls; place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Press with bottom of a glass dipped in water, then in sugar. Bake 10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 14mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

THE BEST LEMON COOKIE RECIPE

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The BEST soft and chewy lemon cookie recipe made with fresh lemon juice, white chocolate chips and a simple lemon glaze.

Provided by Tawnie Graham of Kroll's Korner

Categories Dessert

Time 36m

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (8 Tbsp.)
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 Tbsp. lemon zest
1 tsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 large egg, room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream, room temperature
2 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. lemon extract
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cake flour
3/4 cup white chocolate chips
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 Tbsp. lemon juice

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats and set aside.
Beat the butter in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment for 30 seconds on medium-high speed. Add in the sugar, lemon zest, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Scrape the sides of the bowl with a rubber spatula as needed.
Beat in the egg, sour cream, lemon juice, lemon and vanilla extract.
Turn the mixture down to medium speed and gradually add in both flours.
Add in the white chocolate chips just until combined.
Drop dough onto prepared baking sheet. I like to use a 3 Tbsp. cookie scoop for this because the batter can be very fluffy/sticky. (recipe will make ~11-12 cookies)
Bake in preheated oven for 11-13 minutes or until lightly browned on the sides. The centers will still look very soft.
Make the lemon glaze while the cookies are in the oven. In a small mixing bowl, stir together the sugar and lemon juice.
Brush the tops of the warm cookies with the lemon glaze. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack. Garnish with more lemon zest, if desired, and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cookie, Calories 298 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 44 mg, Sodium 178 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 24 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g

Tips:

For the best flavor, use fresh lemons. If you don't have fresh lemons, you can substitute 1 tablespoon of lemon zest and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help the cookies to be chewy and tender.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing can make the cookies tough.
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies to hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
Bake the cookies until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry and crumbly.
Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help them to keep their shape and flavor.

Conclusion:

These lemon cookies are the perfect treat for any occasion. They are easy to make, delicious, and sure to please everyone. So next time you're in the mood for a sweet treat, give these lemon cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!