Lemon Cookies
To prepare these delicious lemon-flavored cookies, it is important to carefully follow each step of the recipe. Start by bringing all the ingredients to room temperature to achieve an optimal texture. Take a large bowl and put in the soft butter, cut into cubes, along with the granulated sugar. Use an electric mixer or a wooden spatula to beat the mixture until it becomes a fluffy cream and light yellow, which will take a few minutes. This step is essential because the incorporated air will help the cookies rise during baking.
Once the butter and sugar are well mixed, add the whole egg and continue mixing until fully incorporated. Now, it’s time to add the grated lemon zest and freshly squeezed juice, which will give the cookies that distinctive note of freshness and a refreshing taste. Mix well to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
The next step is to add the sifted flour along with the baking powder. These dry ingredients should be carefully incorporated into the wet mixture. Use a spatula or a wooden spoon and mix until the dough becomes homogeneous. Remember not to knead it too much to avoid getting tough cookies. The dough should be soft but have a consistency that allows for the formation of small balls.
Once the dough is ready, place it in a plastic bag and refrigerate for at least one hour. This resting step will help stabilize the dough and make it easier to form the cookies. After the time has expired, take the dough out of the refrigerator and start forming balls the size of a walnut. Roll each ball in granulated sugar and then in powdered sugar to give them an attractive appearance and a sweet texture.
Place the balls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, leaving enough space between them as the cookies will spread during baking. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and bake the cookies for about 10 minutes, or until they become slightly golden at the edges. These lemon cookies are perfect to be served alongside a cup of tea or coffee, having a delicate and refreshing taste, ideal for any time of the day. Enjoy them with pleasure!
Ingredients: 120 g sugar, 100 g butter, 1 egg, 250 ml lemon juice, zest of 1 lemon, 270 g flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, Separately: granulated sugar, powdered sugar.
