These frosted lemon cookies are a delightful treat that combines the tangy flavor of lemon with the soft and fluffy texture of sugar cookies.
Topped with a vibrant yellow butter frosting and decorated with sprinkles, these cookies are perfect for any occasion, from afternoon tea to festive celebrations.
Let’s bake these delicious and cheerful lemon cookies!
- Prep Time: 50 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour, 2 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
Ingredients
- 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2–3 tablespoons milk (adjust for desired consistency)
- Yellow food coloring (optional)
- Sprinkles, for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat the oven (5 minutes): Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Prepare the cookie dough (15 minutes): In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest until well combined. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the sour cream until the dough is smooth.
- Shape the cookies (10 minutes): Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten each ball slightly with the back of a spoon or your fingers.
- Bake the cookies (10-12 minutes): Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the frosting (10 minutes): In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest, mixing until smooth and well combined. Add the milk, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches the desired consistency. If desired, add a few drops of yellow food coloring and mix until evenly colored.
- Frost the cookies (10 minutes): Once the cookies are completely cool, spread a generous amount of frosting on each cookie. Decorate with sprinkles as desired.
Notes
For extra lemon flavor, you can add a bit more lemon zest to both the cookie dough and the frosting. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerated for up to a week.
These frosted lemon cookies are perfect for parties, holidays, or just to brighten up your day with their cheerful appearance and delicious taste. Enjoy baking and sharing these delightful cookies with your loved ones!
*Please keep in mind that the following nutritional information is based on estimates and can vary depending on the specific brands and ingredients used.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
