Description
These Lemon Pound Cake Cookies are soft, buttery treats with a hint of lemon, topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. They are easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion, delivering the delicious flavors of a classic lemon pound cake in convenient cookie form.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2/3 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
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Milk, to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Add the sugar and softened butter to a mixing bowl. Beat together until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring the sugar is well incorporated into the butter.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Mix in the flour, baking powder, eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Beat on high speed until all the ingredients are thoroughly mixed, forming a soft dough.
- Shape Cookies: Divide the dough into 24 evenly sized balls and place them on a baking sheet. Flatten each slightly with the palm of your hand for even baking.
- Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are cooked through and browned on the bottom. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
- Prepare Glaze: In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, a splash of milk (add gradually until desired consistency), and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Glaze and Set: Drizzle the glaze over the warm cookies. Let them sit for several minutes so the glaze can set before serving.
Notes
- Make sure the butter is fully softened for best creaming results.
- For more intense lemon flavor, add some lemon zest to the dough.
- The glaze can be adjusted in thickness by varying the amount of milk.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
