Lemon Pound Cake Cookies (Printable Version)

# What You’ll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - ¾ cup white sugar
02 - ⅔ cup salted sweet cream butter, softened
03 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
04 - 2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 2 teaspoons lemon extract

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine the sugar and softened butter. Beat until light and fluffy.
03 - In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
04 - Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed butter and sugar mixture while stirring.
05 - Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, incorporate the lemon extract.
06 - Place spoonfuls of dough onto a baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cookies turn lightly golden and spring back when touched.
08 - Allow the cookies to cool slightly, then enjoy your Lemon Pound Cake Cookies!

# Additional Notes:

01 - For a gluten-free version, replace the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend containing xanthan gum for texture and structure.
02 - Sift the gluten-free flour blend to prevent clumps and maintain softness.
03 - Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days.