Glazed Lemon Sugar Cookies (Print-Friendly Version)

Perfect for spring gatherings or summer celebrations, these glazed lemon sugar cookies blend zesty citrus with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. The light glaze adds a lovely finish, making this lemon dessert one to keep handy.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Lemon Sugar Cookie Base

01 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/2 teaspoon table salt
04 - 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
05 - 14 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 2 teaspoons lemon extract

→ White Chocolate Lemon Glaze

08 - 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
09 - 2 teaspoons milk
10 - 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Line rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl or stand mixer, beat unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 to 6 minutes.
04 - Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Blend in lemon extract, scraping down the sides as needed.
05 - Add flour mixture to wet ingredients. Mix on low speed until just combined. Avoid over-mixing the dough.
06 - Roll dough into 1-inch balls and arrange 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Lightly press each ball. Bake for 10 minutes, rotating pans halfway through.
07 - Allow cookies to cool on the pan for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
08 - Melt white chocolate chips with milk and lemon extract until smooth. Drizzle or spread glaze over cooled cookies as desired.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For optimal texture, avoid over-mixing the dough after adding dry ingredients. Allow cookies to cool completely before glazing for best results.