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Lemon Meltaway Cookies

A favorite of kids and adults alike, these sweet and tart, buttery bright cookies melt in your mouth. They're easy to make and they taste even better when you ice them with a lemony sugar glaze!

Skill Level:
Beginner
Yield:
About 2-1/2 dozen cookies

Ingredients

  • Cookies

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tablespoons grated lemon zest (from 3 large lemons)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Glaze

  • 1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Tools

  • Medium bowl
  • Large bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Cookie sheet
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Instructions

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