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Lemon Poundcake Cookies

Easy Lemon Poundcake Cookies Recipe | Homemade Treats

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These zesty lemon poundcake cookies combine the softness of poundcake with the chewiness of cookies. The bright citrus flavor from lemon extract adds a tangy twist that citrus lovers will adore. They’re easy to make and come together in under 25 minutes for a quick, homemade treat!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 28 cookies

Ingredients

  • White Sugar – 1 cup
  • Salted Sweet Cream Butter – 1 cup (230g)
  • All-Purpose Flour – 2 cups (280g)
  • Baking Powder – 1 ½ teaspoons
  • Eggs – 3 large
  • Lemon Extract – 1 teaspoon
  • For the lemon glaze:
    • Powdered Sugar – 2 ½ cups
    • Lemon Zest – Zest of 2 large lemons
    • Lemon Juice – 1-2 tablespoons

Instructions

  1. Cream the sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour and baking powder. Gradually add to the butter mixture.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time.
  4. Stir in lemon extract.
  5. Drop dough onto a baking sheet using a small cookie scoop.
  6. Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes.
  7. For the glaze: In a medium bowl, mix powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
  8. Once cookies are cool, dip the tops in the glaze and allow to set.
  • Author: Catherine Robinson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 196
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg