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Lemon Meltaways Recipe

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Lemon Meltaways are delicate, buttery cookies infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, creating a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture complemented by a light dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for a refreshing, tangy treat that pairs wonderfully with tea or coffee.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Finishing

  • 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted (for dusting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
  2. Cream butter and sugar: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer on medium speed to cream together the softened butter and 1 cup sifted powdered sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and creamy, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Add lemon and vanilla: Beat in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until everything is fully combined, infusing the dough with bright lemon flavor.
  4. Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt to evenly distribute the salt throughout the flour.
  5. Combine dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing gently just until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing to keep cookies tender.
  6. Shape cookies: Using a small scoop or spoon, form the dough into small balls and place them spaced apart on the prepared baking sheet, allowing room for spreading.
  7. Bake cookies: Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, or until the cookie edges turn lightly golden, signaling that they are perfectly baked.
  8. Cool cookies: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the cookies cool on it for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Dust with sugar: Once the cookies are fully cooled, dust them generously with the remaining sifted powdered sugar to add a sweet finishing touch.

Notes

  • Ensure butter is softened but not melted for the best creaming results.
  • Do not overmix once flour is added, or cookies may become tough.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the brightest flavor.
  • Allow cookies to cool completely before dusting with powdered sugar to prevent melting.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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