Lemon Thins

Rich, satisfying, and topped with a sweet and sour icing, these lemon thins are an easy dessert to bring to parties or potlucks.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 184 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon baking soda
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• ⅓ cup lemon juice
• 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

Sift flour, baking powder, and baking soda together in a large bowl.

Step 3

Cream butter and sugar together in a bowl using an electric mixer until fluffy. Mix in lemon juice. Add flour mixture gradually, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

Form dough into a log shape and wrap with waxed paper. Refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours.

Step 5

Slice chilled dough into roughly 1/8-inch slices. Place onto the prepared cookie sheets.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven until edges are set and golden, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool completely, 15 to 30 minutes.

Step 7

Combine powdered sugar and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth. Frost cooled cookies.