Description
Indulge in the delightful goodness of Lemon Meltaways, a cookie that offers the perfect harmony of zesty lemon flavor and a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for any occasion, whether it’s spring gatherings or festive celebrations. With just a handful of simple ingredients, these cookies not only impress with their vibrant taste but also provide a light treat at only 67 calories each. Perfectly suited for sharing or enjoying solo, Lemon Meltaways are sure to brighten your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 stick (4 ounces; 113 grams) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup + 2 teaspoons powdered sugar
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 4 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Mix in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla until well combined.
- Gradually add flour, cornstarch, and salt into the mixture on low speed until just incorporated; the dough will be crumbly.
- Divide the dough in half and shape each portion into logs about 12 inches long, then wrap tightly in wax or parchment paper. Chill in the refrigerator for one hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the chilled dough into 12 even pieces for each log and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are barely golden. Let cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 67
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg