These lemon cookies have a chewy texture and a soft lemon flavor. If you want a more intense lemon cookie, check out our Lemon Drop Cookies recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 3 tbsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 large egg
• 3 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. In an electric mixer with the whisk attachment, or using a manual whisk, cream the butter, sugar, and lemon zest.
2. Add the lemon juice and egg, and beat to combine.
3. Switch to the paddle attachment (or a wooden spoon) and add in the flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix just until combined.
4. Cover the dough with foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
5. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a cookie sheet with a silicone baking sheet.
6. Scoop the dough out into even-sized balls.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Remove from oven and cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
8. Enjoy!

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