Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large (50g) egg, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp (6g) fresh lemon zest
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 3/4 cups (210g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp (2g) baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt
  • 2 tbsp (25g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp (8g) lemon zest

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and 3/4 cup sugar on medium-high speed until the mixture is pale and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Add the egg, 1 tbsp lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until fully combined and smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Turn the mixer to low and gradually add the flour mixture. Mix only until the white streaks of flour disappear.
  6. Use a cookie scoop to form 1.5 tablespoon balls of dough.
  7. Roll each ball in the granulated sugar and optional extra lemon zest coating until evenly covered.
  8. Place balls 2 inches apart on the prepared sheets.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes. Remove when the edges are just set and the tops are pale.
  10. Transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.