Lemon Roll-Out Sugar Cookies: Soft Citrus Cookie Recipe for Decorating

Bright, buttery, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor, these Lemon Roll-Out Sugar Cookies are sunshine in cookie form. With real lemon zest and extract for bold flavor and a soft dough that rolls beautifully, they’re perfect for cut-outs, decorating, or simply enjoying with a cup of tea.

Lemon Roll-Out Sugar Cookies

Yields: 12 cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup salted butter

• 1 cup sugar

• 1 large egg

• 2 teaspoons lemon extract

• Zest of 1 Meyer lemon

• 3 cups flour

• 3/4 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp baking powder

Instructions:

1. Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

2. Add the egg, lemon extract, and lemon zest, mixing until fully incorporated.

3. Slowly add flour, salt, and baking powder until a smooth dough forms.

4. Roll out the dough and refrigerate for 1–2 hours.

5. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

6. Cut into desired shapes and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

   
   

   Royal Icing Tip: Add lemon extract or a drop of lemon emulsion to your royal icing for extra zing.

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From spring celebrations to everyday baking moments, these Lemon Roll-Out Sugar Cookies – Soft Citrus Cookie Recipe for Decorating bring a fresh twist to classic sugar cookies. Sweet, zesty, and easy to work with, they’re a must-bake for any citrus lover.

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