Soft Chewy Lemon Cookies- Easy & Delicious Recipe
Craving a cookie that’s both wonderfully soft and delightfully chewy, with a burst of bright citrus? Look no further! This easy and delicious recipe for Soft & Chewy Lemon Cookies delivers on all fronts, perfect for a sunny day treat or a comforting anytime snack. Get ready to fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of fresh lemon.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar, divided
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest (from 2-3 lemons)
- ½ cup powdered sugar, for rolling (optional, but recommended for crackle)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and 1 ½ cups of the granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest until just combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined and no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours. This helps prevent spreading and enhances chewiness.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Place the remaining ¼ cup of granulated sugar in a shallow bowl and the powdered sugar (if using) in another shallow bowl.
- Scoop the chilled dough by rounded tablespoons. First roll each ball in granulated sugar, then roll generously in powdered sugar, ensuring a good coating.
- Place the coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set but still look soft. Do not overbake.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
