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1. Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. Cream the Butter and Sugar
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
4. Combine the Wet and Dry Ingredients
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Form the Cookies
- Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Roll each dough ball in extra granulated sugar.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6. Bake the Cookies
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are set and lightly golden, but the centers are still soft.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for Success
- Use fresh lemons: Fresh lemon juice and zest give the cookies their bright, zesty flavor.
- Don’t overbake: To keep the cookies soft and chewy, remove them from the oven when they are still slightly soft in the center.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve these cookies with a glass of cold milk, a cup of tea, or lemonade for a refreshing treat.
- For extra lemon flavor, you can add a simple lemon glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.
