Best 2 Melt In Your Mouth Lemon Cutouts Recipes

Melt-in-your-mouth lemon cutouts are a delightful treat that combines the bright, citrusy flavor of lemon with a soft, crumbly texture. Made with a simple dough that's flavored with lemon zest and juice, these cookies are then coated in a sweet lemon glaze, giving them an extra burst of flavor. This recipe includes detailed instructions for making the dough, cutting out the cookies, and baking them to perfection. It also provides a recipe for a tangy lemon glaze that adds a glossy finish and enhances the citrusy taste of the cookies. Additionally, the article offers tips for achieving the perfect texture and flavor, as well as suggestions for variations, such as adding chopped nuts or dried fruit to the dough. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe will guide you through the steps of creating these delicious lemon cutouts that are sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MELT IN YOUR MOUTH LEMON BARS

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Ann set high expectations for this lemon bars recipe ... and they turned out every bit as good as she said! The shortbread crust is buttery with a creamy lemon center. The velvety frosting melts in your mouth. Perfectly sweet and tart, these lemon bars are a perfect after-dinner or brunch treat.

Provided by Ann McCue

Categories Fruit Desserts

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

CRUST
2 c all-purpose flour
1 c butter, softened (no substituting)
1/2 c powdered sugar
FILLING
4 eggs (slightly beaten)
2 c sugar
4 Tbsp all-purpose flour
6 Tbsp lemon juice (I use bottled)
FROSTING
1/2 c butter, softened
1 c powdered sugar
1 tsp milk
2 Tbsp cold water

Steps:

1. Mix crust ingredients with a fork as you would for a pie crust. Pat into a 9x13 pan which has been greased and floured. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.
2. As crust is baking, mix filling.
3. After crust has baked for 15 minutes pour filling over crust and continue baking for 25 minutes. Cool bars completely.
4. Make frosting by beating butter, powdered sugar, and milk for 6 to 8 minutes on high speed. Then add 2 tbsp cold water one at a time. Beat until smooth.
5. Spread over cooled bars.

LEMON BUTTER COOKIES

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These tender cutout cookies have a slight lemon flavor that makes them stand out from the rest. They're very easy to roll out compared to other sugar cookies I've worked with. I know you'll enjoy them as much as we do. -Judy McCreight, Springfield, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 13 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/4 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons lemon extract
4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Colored sugar, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, milk and extract. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Cover and chill for 2 hours. , Preheat oven to 350°. Roll out on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut with a 2-in. cookie cutter dipped in flour. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Sprinkle with colored sugar if desired. , Bake until the edges just begin to brown, 8-9 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 55mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh lemons. The zest and juice from fresh lemons will give your cookies a more intense lemon flavor.
Be sure to cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to ensure that your cookies are tender and chewy.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make your cookies tough.
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
Bake the cookies until the edges are just starting to brown. Overbaking will make your cookies dry and crumbly.
Allow the cookies to cool completely before frosting them. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.

Conclusion:

These melt-in-your-mouth lemon cutouts are the perfect treat for any occasion. They're light, fluffy, and packed with lemon flavor. The lemon glaze adds a touch of sweetness and tartness that takes these cookies to the next level. Whether you're making them for a party, a bake sale, or just to enjoy yourself, these cookies are sure to be a hit.