Lemon Sugar Cookies

I hope you're not getting tired of all the Meyer lemon recipes because here's one more - Meyer Lemon Sugar Cookies. Usually, things are never lemony enough for me, but that was not the case with these cookies. Plain though they may seem, they are full of tastebud-popping flavor that will satisfy any lemon lover. Maybe it's because I left the dough in the fridge for a while before I had a chance to bake it, thus letting the flavors strengthen. I don't know. But, what I do know is that my search for the best lemon sugar cookie is over. For me, THIS is it.

Meyer Lemon Sugar Cookies (adapted from Baking Bites)

2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. salt
1 c. unsalted butter, room temperature
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 1/2 Tbsp. Meyer lemon zest
2 large eggs
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2-3 Tbsp. sugar, for rolling

Preheat oven to 375F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

Rub the lemon zest into the sugar with your fingers until the sugar is moist and fragrant. Cream the lemon sugar with the butter. Add the vanilla and eggs. Gradually mix in the flour mixture.

Shape the dough into 1-inch balls, roll in the sugar, and place on the baking sheet. Bake for 9-11 min. until set but not browned. Edges should be slightly firm.

Cool cookies on the pan for a minute, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Makes about 4 dozen

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