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