Lemon Thins

Lemon Thins

These lemon cookies are very rich and satisfying! They taste best when taken out of the oven right as the edges turn brown.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
3 hrs 15 mins
Total Time:
3 hrs 40 mins
Yield:
24 cookies
Servings:
24

Ingredients

Icing

  • 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1/3 cup lemon juice

Directions

Step 1
Sift flour, baking powder, and baking soda together in a large bowl.

Step 2
Cream butter and sugar together in a bowl using an electric mixer until fluffy. Mix in lemon juice. Add flour mixture gradually, beating well after each addition.

Step 3
Form dough into a log shape and wrap with waxed paper. Refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours.

Step 4
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.

Step 5
Slice chilled dough into roughly 1/8-inch slices. Place onto the prepared cookie sheets.

Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven until edges are set and golden, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely, 15 to 30 minutes.

Step 7
Combine powdered sugar and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth. Frost cooled cookies.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

184
Calories
8g
Fat
27g
Carbs
2g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 24
Calories 184
% Daily Value *
Total Fat8g 10%
Saturated Fat5g 25%
Cholesterol20mg 7%
Sodium101mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate27g 10%
Dietary Fiber0g 1%
Total Sugars15g
Protein2g
Vitamin C2mg 11%
Calcium16mg 1%
Iron1mg 4%
Potassium25mg 1%

*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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