Buttery Limoncello Lemon Cookies (Printable View)
Buttery, zesty lemon cookies infused with Limoncello liqueur and topped with sweet glaze.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Cookies
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 2 tablespoons Limoncello liqueur
08 - 1 tablespoon lemon zest (about 1 large lemon)
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Glaze
10 - 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
11 - 2-3 tablespoons Limoncello liqueur
12 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
13 - Lemon zest, for garnish (optional)
# Cooking Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
04 - Beat in eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add Limoncello, lemon zest, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
05 - Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a soft dough forms.
06 - Using a tablespoon or small cookie scoop, drop dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing cookies 2 inches apart.
07 - Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
08 - Whisk powdered sugar, Limoncello, and lemon juice until smooth and pourable. Drizzle or spread glaze over cooled cookies. Garnish with extra lemon zest if desired. Allow glaze to set before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The glaze transforms them into something that feels fancy enough for a dinner party but simple enough for a Tuesday afternoon
- They strike this perfect balance between tangy and sweet that keeps everyone reaching for just one more
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- The glaze consistency matters more than the exact measurements so add liquid slowly until it pours easily
- These cookies continue firming up as they cool so do not overbake looking for a crisp texture
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- Zest your lemons before juicing them so you do not lose any of those precious oils
- Room temperature ingredients prevent the dough from separating and creating greasy cookies