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Glazed Lemon Sour Cream Cookies

These Glazed Lemon Sour Cream Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly balances tangy and sweet!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour scooped and leveled
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest freshly grated
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
  • 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese softened well
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps:
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the sour cream, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Take care not to overmix.
  6. Step 6: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  7. Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked, but they will firm up as they cool.
  8. Step 8: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
  9. Step 9: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, softened cream cheese, and fresh lemon juice until smooth and creamy.
  10. Step 10: Once the cookies are completely cooled, drizzle the glaze over each cookie using a spoon or a piping bag for a more decorative touch.

Notes

  • Make sure your butter is softened but not melted for the best texture.
  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes if it's too soft before baking.
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for maximum flavor.