Lemon Meltaways

Lemon Meltaways

These frosted lemon cookies are a delicious refrigerator cookie, and they are quick and easy to make.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
12 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs 48 mins
Total Time:
3 hrs 20 mins
Yield:
4 dozen
Servings:
48

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • ¾ cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1
In a medium bowl, cream together 3/4 cup butter and 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar until smooth. Stir in 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 1 teaspoon lemon zest. Combine the flour and corn starch, and blend into the lemon mixture to form a soft dough. Divide dough in half, roll each half into a log about 8 inches long and 1 inch in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours, or until firm.

Step 2
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cut each roll into 1/4 inch slices and place onto the cookie sheet.

Step 3
Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 12 minutes, or until set. Cool completely before frosting.

Step 4
In a small bowl, blend together 3/4 cup confectioners' sugar, 1/4 cup butter, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon lemon zest with an electric mixer until smooth. Frost cookies and allow to dry before serving or storing.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

62
Calories
4g
Fat
7g
Carbs
0g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 48
Calories 62
% Daily Value *
Total Fat4g 5%
Saturated Fat2g 12%
Cholesterol10mg 3%
Sodium28mg 1%
Total Carbohydrate7g 2%
Dietary Fiber0g 0%
Total Sugars3g
Protein0g
Vitamin C0mg 2%
Calcium2mg 0%
Iron0mg 1%
Potassium5mg 0%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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