Small Batch Meyer Lemon Cookies

 

Ingredients:

1 stick butter, softened (1/2 cup)

1 1/3 c flour

1 c sugar (separated)

1 T brown sugar

2 tsp vanilla extract

1 egg yolk

zest of 2 small/medium Meyer lemons ( since my tree was full I used what lemons I had left)

1/4 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp baking powder

1/4 tsp salt

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350°F.

In a small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Whisk together to combine.

In a medium bowl, using a hand or standing mixer, cream the butter, brown sugar and 3/4c sugar until light and fluffy. (about 3-4 minutes or so). Add in egg, lemon zest and vanilla and beat until combined.

Slowly pour in the dry ingredients and beat just until combined--do not over mix. Roll cookie dough into about 1 1/2 inch balls and roll into the remaining 1/4 cup sugar (add sugar into a small bowl first.) and place about 2 inches apart on a parchment lined baking pan. 

Bake 9-12 minutes. 

Allow the cookies to rest for about a minute on the cookie sheet before removing. 

I always make something for Marie and Ted for Christmas and this year I asked her what type of baked good she wanted. She told me cookies. I have plenty of fresh lemons and this recipe looked like it would be the perfect gift.