Soft Lemon Biscuits that melt in your mouth. So easy and delicious!

Описание: The Best Lemon Cookies Ever! Bake bakery-style lemon cookies right at home with this quick and easy recipe! These cookies are light, crisp, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor. Topped with sliced almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar, they’re just as gorgeous as they are delicious. A must-try treat for every cookie lover! Watch now and enjoy a little homemade sunshine.

Ingredients:
– Butter - 6 tbsp (84g)
– Sugar - ½ cup + 2 tbsp (100g)
– Egg - 1 large
– Lemon zest - from 1 lemon
– Lemon juice - 2 tbsp (28ml)
– Baking powder - 1 tsp (7g)
– All-purpose flour - 1 ¾ cups (210g)
– Almonds - ½ cup (56g)
– Sugar - ½ cup (56g) – for rolling
– Powdered sugar - ¾ cup (84g) – for coating

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:
– In a bowl, cream the room-temperature butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
– Add the egg and mix well.
– Grate and add the zest of one lemon.
– Squeeze and add 2 tbsp (28ml) of lemon juice.
– Sift together the flour and baking powder.
– Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms.
– Cover the dough tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours.

2. Prepare the Almonds:
– Pour hot water over the almonds and let them soak for 10 minutes.
– Drain and pat almonds dry.

3. Shape the Cookies:
– Scoop the dough using a 1-tbsp measuring spoon to ensure even-sized balls.
– Roll each ball first in granulated sugar, then in powdered sugar.
– Press one almond into the top of each cookie ball.
– Chill the shaped cookies in the fridge for 20 minutes.

4. Bake:
– Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
– Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
– Place the cookies on the tray, leaving space between them.
– Bake for 10–15 minutes until cracked and lightly golden.

Let cool and enjoy!

Pro Tips for Perfect Cracks:
– Make sure to double coat in powdered sugar—don’t be shy!
– The dough balls should be well chilled (20–30 minutes) before baking. If they are too warm, they will spread instead of cracking.
– Your oven must be fully preheated to 360°F (180°C) to create that immediate lift.
– If the dough is too soft, add a tablespoon of flour to tighten it up.

Timecodes for Soft Lemon Biscuits Recipe:
00:18 Mixing Butter and Sugar
00:56 Adding Egg, Lemon Juice & Zest
03:11 Sifting Flour & Baking Powder – Creating the Dough
04:18 Chilling the Dough
04:43 Prepping Almonds
05:10 Making Perfect Balls
06:05 Rolling in Sugar & Powdered Sugar – Sweet Coating
08:02 Placing on Baking Sheet
08:10 Adding Almonds
08:41 Baking Time & Temperature – Getting It Just Right
09:00 Cooling & Serving – Time to Enjoy!
09:24 Final Look & Taste Test – Absolutely Delicious!