Easy Lemon Shorties

Brighten up your dessert table with these melt-in-your-mouth *Easy Lemon Shorties*! Simple yet irresistible, these buttery shortbread cookies are infused with the refreshing zest of lemon and a hint of vanilla, making them the perfect balance between tangy and sweet. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can create a batch of 24 delicate treats that are ideal for tea parties, holiday gifts, or everyday indulgence. The tender, crumbly texture comes from a blend of cornstarch and all-purpose flour, while a sprinkle of granulated sugar on top adds just the right amount of crunch. Serve these easy lemon cookies alongside your favorite warm beverage for a zesty, citrusy twist on a classic dessert!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 230 grams Unsalted butter
• 100 grams Powdered sugar
• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (for sprinkling, optional)

Directions

Step 1

1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until creamy and smooth. This should take about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.

Step 3

3. Add the lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.

Step 4

4. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and cornstarch. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.

Step 5

5. Divide the dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll each half to about 1/4-inch thickness. Use a small round cookie cutter (or any desired shape) to cut out the cookies.

Step 6

6. Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. If desired, sprinkle the tops with granulated sugar for added sweetness and crunch.

Step 7

7. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges just begin to turn golden. Avoid over-baking to keep their delicate texture.

Step 8

8. Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

9. Serve and enjoy your Easy Lemon Shorties with a cup of tea or coffee, or store them in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	672.9 grams (672.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3290

Total Fat 199.60g	256%
Saturated Fat 115.40g	577%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 509mg	170%
Sodium 634mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate 365.90g	133%
Dietary Fiber 9.40g	34%
Total Sugars 124.30g
Protein 27.80g	56%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 116mg	9%
Iron 12mg	66%
Potassium 368mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.3%

Protein: 3.3%

Carbs: 43.4%