These luscious Lemon Cookies perfectly balance a crisp exterior and a soft, tender center. The fresh lemon flavor shines through every bite, making them a refreshing treat for any occasion. Whether you’re having them as a simple dessert or an afternoon snack with tea, be warned: they disappear quickly! Set out a plate and watch them get devoured in minutes. These cookies are just that irresistible. Black sesame seeds make a lovely contrast.
Ingredients
- •120 grams (1 cup) all-purpose flour
- •60 ml (1/4 cup) corn flour
- •1/4 teaspoons salt
- •115 grams (1/2 cup) butter
- •60 ml + 2 tablespoons (1/4 cup + 2 tablespoon) confectioners sugar
- •1 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- •1 tablespoon finely grated lemon rind
- •Black sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F). In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, corn flour and salt. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar, then add lemon juice and lemon rind.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture until it forms into soft dough. Pinch dough and shape into small balls, or roll out dough .6 cm (1/4 inch) thick and cut out shapes using a cookie cutter. Place onto baking sheet. If desired, put a small sprinkle of sesame seeds in the center of each cookie.
Bake cookies until lightly browned, 30-35 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool. Store the cookies in an airtight jar for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 1 month.