Soft Chewy Lemon Cookies Recipe – Best Easy Treat
Craving a sunshine-filled bite? These Soft Chewy Lemon Cookies are exactly what you need! Bursting with bright citrus flavor and an irresistibly tender, chewy texture, they’re the perfect easy treat to brighten any day. Get ready to bake a batch of pure happiness!
Ingredients
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar (for the dough)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest (from 2-3 lemons)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup granulated sugar (for rolling)
- ½ cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- 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 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes. This helps prevent spreading and ensures a chewy texture.
- In two separate shallow bowls, place the remaining ½ cup granulated sugar and ½ cup powdered sugar.
- Scoop the chilled dough by rounded tablespoons. Roll each ball first in the granulated sugar, then generously in the powdered sugar, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Place the coated dough balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden, but the centers still look soft. Do not overbake for that soft, chewy texture.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
