Emma’s Lemon Cookies

This recipe is often one I think of at Christmas time.  Granny had jars of cookies loaded for family (and grandkids) upon our arrival at Christmas – it was such a warm welcoming feeling about her and her home.  This recipe comes from a dear friend of hers, Emma.

I love that these cookies are very simple, yet also refreshing and light.  They can also be a nice respite between heavy desserts.  If they are pressed thin enough, they are like sand dollars that melt in your mouth.


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Emma's Lemon Cookies
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Cuisine: dessert; cookie
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Serves: 36
 
Ingredients
  • 1 c. butter (2 sticks), softened
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 2¼ c. flour
  • 2 egg yolks
  • ½ t. baking powder
  • ¼ t. lemon extract
  • ½ t. vanilla extract
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix together all ingredients. Then form into balls. Flatten balls with fingers to ⅛ inch thick, or use a rolling pin, if needed.
  2. Bake for 12-14 minutes. Let cook for 2 minutes before gently transferring to a wire rack.

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