Lemon cookies

Lemon cookies are perfect to accompany tea. Learn how to make them with this simple recipe.

Ingredients

• ½ cup softened butter
• ¾ cup sugar
• 1 egg
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• A pinch of salt

Preparation

• Preheat the oven to 180ºC and line a baking tray with baking paper.
• In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar until creamy.
• Add the egg and beat well until fully incorporated.
• Add the lemon zest and juice and mix again.
• Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt into a separate bowl. Gradually add this mixture to the lemon mixture, stirring well until you get a soft dough.
• Shape the dough into small balls with your hands and flatten them slightly. Place them on the baking tray, leaving some space between the cookies.
• Bake for 12 to 15 minutes.
• Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.