Lemon Delights: Your New Favorite Treat for Every Occasion

These simple and always delicious Lemon Cookies offer a delicious tart-sweet balance. Made from everyday ingredients, the cookies capture the essence of lemon in every bite, making them irresistible. Using fresh lemon juice and zest gives them a natural, refreshing citrus flavor, enhanced by the mild sweetness of the powdered sugar coating.

Why you'll love it:

If you're a fan of light desserts with citrus flavors, these lemon cookies will do the trick. The texture is perfectly crumbly, melting in the mouth, while the lemon zest brings a burst of freshness that complements the sweet background. Easy to make with just a handful of ingredients, these cookies are both a delicious snack and a great introduction to citrus baking.

Perfect occasion:

These lemon cookies are perfect for a variety of occasions. Serve them at tea parties, as a sophisticated yet simple dessert at dinner parties, or pack them in a picnic basket for a refreshing treat in the sun. They're also perfect as homemade gifts during the holidays or as a special gift for lemon lovers any time of year.

Decorating Tips:

For an extra touch of elegance, roll the cookies in powdered sugar before and after baking for a snowy, festive look. Consider adding a few drops of yellow food coloring to the dough to enhance the lemony hue. replaces the word nice with empty make these cookies even more special, garnish with thin spirals of lemon zest or a light drizzle of lemon glaze before serving.

Ingredients:

• 2 eggs
• 60 grams of sugar
• 40 ml of vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon of baking powder
• 250 grams of flour
• Juice of 1/2 lemon
• Zest of 1 lemon

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Instructions:

1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, oil, lemon zest and lemon juice until well combined. You can use a blender for this step to ensure a smooth mixture.
2. Gradually sift in the flour and baking powder, stirring continuously until the dough is well incorporated and can be easily shaped.
3. Let the dough rest for a few minutes to enhance the flavors and improve the texture.
4. Form small balls of dough and roll them generously in powdered sugar.
5. Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius (356 degrees Fahrenheit) for 12 to 15 minutes, making sure the powdered sugar does not change color.
7. Once baked, let the cookies cool then store them in an airtight container to maintain their crumbly texture.

Enjoy these pretty Lemon Cookies which bring a zest of freshness and joy to your kitchen!