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Meyer Lemon Meltaways

Meyer Lemon Meltaways: Light, Zesty Treats That Melt Hearts

Meyer Lemon Meltaways are light and airy cookies with a unique zesty flavor that melt in your mouth.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 units Meyer Lemons Provides vibrant citrus flavor; if unavailable, regular lemons offer a sharper taste.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it’s at room temperature for easy mixing.
  • ¾ cup Powdered Sugar Consider substituting with coconut sugar for a less sweet version.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Use a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can be omitted, but contributes depth to the cookie's sweetness.
Optional Toppings
  • to taste Additional Powdered Sugar Dust on top before serving for a beautiful finish.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Meyer Lemon Meltaways
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together 1 cup of unsalted butter and ¾ cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Zest and juice two Meyer lemons, then fold these into the butter mixture until fully incorporated.
  4. Gradually add in 2 cups of all-purpose flour, mixing on low speed until just incorporated.
  5. Scoop small amounts of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set, and centers remain soft.
  7. Allow cookies to cool on sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack and dusting with powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week at room temperature or in the fridge for 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

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