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Lemon Meltaways

Deliciously Easy Lemon Meltaways for a Sweet Escape

These Lemon Meltaways are light, zesty cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 12 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Weight Loss Recipes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • ½ cup powdered sugar adds a delicate sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract enhances flavor and aroma
  • 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice brings a bright flavor
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest intensifies lemon flavor
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour base for the cookie structure
  • 2 tablespoon cornstarch helps create melt-in-your-mouth texture
  • ¼ teaspoon salt balances sweetness

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • Whisk
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • plastic wrap
  • Wire rack
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, then add vanilla extract, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  2. Whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt in a separate bowl, then gradually combine with the wet mixture.
  3. Chill the dough shaped into a log for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  5. Slice the chilled dough into ½-inch rounds and arrange them on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  7. Roll warm cookies in powdered sugar and cool on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

For extra flavor, you can slightly increase the lemon juice and zest. Store in an airtight container for freshness.

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