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Gluten Free Lemon Cookies

Gluten Free Lemon Cookies Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¾ cups gluten free all purpose flour blend
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp fine sea salt
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Extra granulated sugar, for rolling
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Method
 

  1. Beat the butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add the egg, lemon juice, zest, and vanilla, and beat to combine.
  2. Whisk the flour blend, baking powder, and salt together. Add to the wet mixture and mix on low just until no dry streaks remain.
  3. Chill the dough for 30 minutes if time allows. Roll rounded tablespoon sized balls in granulated sugar and place on parchment-lined sheets.
  4. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12 minutes, until edges are set. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for easier handling and a brighter lemon flavor. If your flour blend does not contain xanthan gum, add ¼ teaspoon to the dry ingredients.