Lemon Cream Cheese Cookies
These Lemon Cream Cheese Cookies are a delightful treat with a tangy lemon flavor and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Perfect for any occasion, they’re easy to make and packed with refreshing zest!
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 ¼ cups granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 cups powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream butter and cream cheese, add sugar, egg, and vanilla.
- Gradually add dry ingredients and mix until dough forms.
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls, place on the sheet, and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Let cool, then glaze with a mixture of powdered sugar, lemon juice, milk, and lemon zest.