Description
Lemon Meltaways are delicate, buttery shortbread cookies bursting with fresh lemon zest and topped with a tangy lemon glaze. These melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for any occasion, offering a delightful blend of sweetness and citrusy zing. Easy to make and even easier to love, they are a must-try for lemon lovers!
Ingredients
For the Cookies:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Lemon Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2–3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon (optional, for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar in a large bowl until smooth and creamy.
- Mix in the lemon juice and lemon zest.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls, place them on the prepared baking sheet, and flatten slightly with your palm.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While cooling, prepare the lemon glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar and lemon juice. Add lemon zest if desired.
- Once cooled, drizzle the glaze over the cookies or dip each cookie into the glaze. Let the glaze set before serving.
Notes
Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for the best texture.
Adjust the glaze sweetness to your taste by varying the amount of powdered sugar and lemon juice.
For extra flavor, consider adding more lemon zest to the glaze.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 100 kcal
Keywords: Lemon Meltaways, Lemon Shortbread Cookies, Lemon Glaze Cookies, Buttery Lemon Cookies, Easy Lemon Cookies