Lemon Cookies in 31 Minutes

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
2. Combine granulated sugar and lemon zest in a mixing bowl; rub the zest into the sugar with fingertips for 30 seconds until fragrant. Cream in the cool-room temperature butter until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg, fresh lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
5. Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheets.
6. Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are barely golden but centers remain slightly soft.
7. While cookies cool on a wire rack, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth, then drizzle over the cooled cookies and garnish with extra lemon zest.