Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
  • Zest of 2 lemons
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 ¼ cups (281g) all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups (360g) powdered sugar
  • ¼ cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest until light and fluffy.
  2. Stir in the salt.
  3. Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  4. Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
  6. Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls. Place on prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are just beginning to turn golden brown.
  8. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
  10. Dip each cooled cookie into the lemon glaze, ensuring it's fully coated. Place the glazed cookies back on the wire rack to allow the glaze to set.