Lemon Spritz Cookies
Delightful Lemon Spritz Cookies with a zesty flavor and buttery texture, perfect for festive occasions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks, 226 grams), softened to room temperature
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar (133 grams)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon lemon extract (optional)
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour (270 grams)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted (113 grams)
- 2-3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice for glaze
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cream butter and sugar until light and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition; add vanilla and lemon extracts.
- Mix in flour, salt, and lemon zest until just combined.
- Use a cookie press to form cookies onto an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 7-9 minutes or until cookies are set but not browned.
- Cool on the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Glaze with a mixture of powdered sugar and lemon juice.
- Top with sprinkles if using and set aside until the glaze is firm.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness over several days.
Notes
These cookies can be both a delicious treat and a delightful way to bring friends and family together. Enjoy in moderation!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
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