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Lemon Icebox Cookies are a slice & bake cookie recipe with bright, fresh lemon flavor! Lemon sugar cookies made with butter, powdered sugar, egg yolk & lemon.

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Making this lemon icebox cookie recipe is super easy and has very simple ingredients too. These lemon cookies are buttery rich and the blast of lemon flavor is just perfect too.

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Lemon Icebox Cookies

I love lemon treats in the Springtime and well, I deem it close enough! These cookies have just the perfect amount of lemon and a nice buttery flavor. Bonus points for being so easy to make too! Icebox cookies are called that because they are cookie doughs that have to be chilled. Often, the chilling happens in the freezer (icebox) for a shorter time to get to the desired results because it’s colder than a standard fridge.

This is a very simple lemon cookie dough recipe and with it you can make up to 30 slice and bake cookies depending on how big you make them. Just make sure that the dough is nice and chilled before cutting the dough. The colder it is, the easier it is to get perfectly sliced cookies every time.

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Lemon Icebox Cookies Ingredients

-Flour: You will need 1 cup all-purpose flour for the base of this cookie recipe.

-Powder sugar: Using 1/2 cup powdered sugar will give this treat just the right amount of sweetness.

-Salt: Use 1/4 tsp salt to help enhance all the flavors of this cookie.

-Lemon zest: You need 2-3 tsp lemon zest to create the perfect citrus flavor in this treat.

-Lemon juice: Using 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice will add an extra blast of delicious flavor. Tip: Zest the lemon before squeezing for the juice.

-Butter: Adding in 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter will give these cookies the perfect texture and rich flavor.

-Egg yolk: Using just 1 large egg yolk will help bind the dough together.

-Turbinado sugar: You will need 2-3 TBSP turbinado sugar, for rolling the dough in.

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How to make Lemon Icebox Cookies

Prep

Zest the lemon for the allotted amount needed.

Proceed to squeeze the lemon to obtain the juice needed for this recipe too.

Cookie dough

In a food processor or blender, pulse the flour, powdered sugar, salt and lemon zest until combined.

Next, add in the butter and pulse until it is a sandy texture.

Then, add in the egg yolk and lemon juice and then pulse until the dough comes together.

Proceed to remove the dough from the food processor and form it into a 1.5″ wide log. Wrap it in plastic wrap and freeze until firm, this will take at least 2 hours.

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Bake

After the dough has chilled completely, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with non-stick cooking spray, set aside.

Remove the cookie log from the freezer and then let it sit for about 5 minutes.

Then, cut the log in half.

Next, spread your turbinado sugar onto a plate and roll the cookie log over the sugar to coat the outside of the log.

Proceed to slice the log into 1/4″ slices and then arrange on the prepared baking sheet.

Bake for about 13-15 minutes, until the cookies are golden brown around edges.

Let the cookies cool completely, serve and enjoy!

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Lemon Icebox Cookies

Lemon Icebox Cookies are a quick and easy cookie recipe with a lovely touch of lemon flavor. This lemon sugar cookie is the perfect light and tasty treat!

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Course: Cookie, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Lemon Icebox Cookies

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

dough chilling: 2 hours hours

Total Time: 2 hours hours 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 30 cookies

Calories: 55kcal

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2-3 tsp lemon zest
  • ½ tsp fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup butter (one stick)
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2-3 tbsp turbinado sugar

Instructions

Prep

  • Zest the lemon for the allotted amount needed.

  • Proceed to squeeze the lemon to obtain the juice needed for this recipe too.

Cookie dough

  • In a food processor or blender, pulse the flour, powdered sugar, salt and lemon zest until combined.

  • Next, add in the butter and pulse until it is a sandy texture.

  • Then, add in the egg yolk and lemon juice and then pulse until the dough comes together.

  • Proceed to remove the dough from the food processor and form it into a1.5" wide log. Wrap it in plastic wrap and freeze until firm, this will take at least 2 hours.

Bake

  • After the dough has chilled completely, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.

  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with non-stick cooking spray, set aside.

  • Remove the cookie log from the freezer and then let it sit for about 5minutes.

  • Then, cut the log in half.

  • Next, spread your turbinado sugar onto a plate and roll the cookie log over the sugar to coat the outside of the log.

  • Proceed to slice the log into 1/4" slices and then arrange on the prepared baking sheet.

  • Bake for about 13-15 minutes, until the cookies are golden brown around edges.

  • Let the cookies cool completely, serve and enjoy!

Notes

Lemon Icebox Cookies are a quick and easy cookie recipe that your family is sure to love. Make a batch today and watch how quickly they disappear!

Nutrition

Calories: 55kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 44mg | Potassium: 7mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 103IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 1mg


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How is turbinado sugar different from regular sugar?

It differs from other sugars in that it is much coarser of a grain and less processed than your everyday granulated or brown sugars. A good example of this type of sugar is Sugar in The Raw, it has a darker color to it and larger crystals because it is less processed. This type of sugar also delvers better natural flavors from the plant’s natural molasses.

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Can I freeze lemon icebox cookies?

Absolutely! After these cookies have been baked and cooled you can store them in an airtight container and freeze them for up to 3 months. You can also keep them frozen in dough form for up to 1 month if you want to prep it in advance of a big party and still want the fresh from the oven taste later.

How long do cookies stay fresh?

These cookies if kept stored in an airtight container can stay fresh for up to a week and still taste great. The older they become the staler the cookies may seem. Therefore, it’s best to enjoy them while they are fresher.

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More fantastic lemon cookie recipes:

This lemon icebox cookie recipe is going to bring the taste of summer indoors with its vibrant citrus taste and sweet sugar crunchy edges. You’re going to love how simple and delicious they truly are!

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FAQs

How do you slice icebox cookies evenly? ›

Now you're ready to make perfectly round Pistachio-Crusted Icebox Cookies. Now onto the final step: slicing! As you cut your dough log into individual cookies, give it a quarter-turn every three or four slices to ensure that the knife doesn't flatten one side repeatedly against the cutting board.

What can I add to cookie mix to make it better? ›

Add brown sugar

Adding it to the pre-made dough will give it more sweetness, a chewier texture, moisture and that homemade flavor you're craving. You can also melt butter with brown sugar and incorporate it into the dough for extra tender, chewier cookies.

Can you refrigerate Betty Crocker cookie dough? ›

No-Bake Bites Cookie Dough are safe to eat raw because we use heat treated flour. Ready in 15 minutes or less, these delicious bites can be enjoyed frozen or refrigerated.

What can I add to store-bought sugar cookie mix? ›

Easy Add-In: After creating the dough according to the sugar cookie mix instructions, Add 2 tablespoons of sour cream to create a tangier, cakier and all-around more flavorful cookie. Flavor Twist: For a punchier twist, swap the water in the sugar cookie mix instructions for rum, bourbon or coffee liqueur.

What happens when you add extra sugar to cookies? ›

What happens if you increase the amount of sugar called for in cookies? Conversely, when you increase the sugar in cookies, you'll get cookies that spread more and have an ultra moist and chewy texture in addition to a sweeter flavor.

Why are they called icebox cookies? ›

These cookies gained popularity in the early 20th century when refrigerators were becoming commonplace in households. The term "icebox" refers to the antiquated ice-cooled refrigerators of that era, where the dough for these cookies found a convenient home while waiting to be baked.

How do you ice cookies neatly? ›

Flood the Cookies

Grab the thinner flooding icing and drizzle the icing all over the inside of the cookie. Since it's thinner, it will spread to fill most of the cookie. Try to squeeze the frosting as close to the thicker edge as possible without squeezing too much, so it won't spill over.

What is the secret to a perfect cookie? ›

The key is to always use top-quality ingredients as they'll result in a better cookie; it really is that simple.
  • Always use butter.
  • Choose the right sugar.
  • Choose the right flour.
  • Check your flour is in date.
  • Choose the right kind of chocolate.
  • Cream the butter and sugar.
  • Beat in the eggs.
  • Fold in the flour.

Is it OK to use melted butter instead of softened? ›

Softened butter and melted butter are not the same. Using melted butter will change the texture of whatever you're baking. If you only want the butter to soften for spreading, microwave it on the Defrost setting (30%) in 5-second increments until it's softened as desired.

How to make cookie mix taste like bakery? ›

Here's how you can improve premade cookie dough or dough from a mix.
  1. Add spice to your dough. ...
  2. Punch up the flavor of your cookies by adding extracts. ...
  3. Before baking, roll the dough in a garnish of your choice. ...
  4. Stir nuts right into the dough for an added crunch. ...
  5. Add in your favorite savory snacks, like chips or pretzels.
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Can I use milk instead of water in Betty Crocker cookie mix? ›

With Betty Crocker's new Batchables Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix, that's exactly what you can do. Whether you're craving 4 or 24 cookies, simply measure the mix, add milk or water and bake! The resealable package means you can save the rest of the mix for another day. It's cookie convenience at its sweetest.

Can I use oil instead of butter for Betty Crocker cookies? ›

We recommend using butter, margarine or a vegetable oil spread containing at least 65% vegetable oil.

Can I use salted butter for Betty Crocker cookie mix? ›

Rule of thumb number one: stick to unsalted butter when baking. We prefer butter over margarine for most baking needs—like pastry crusts, shortbread, and sugar cookies—because the high water content and low fat levels of margarine provides poor results.

Are sugar cookies supposed to be bland? ›

Sugar cookies tend to be bland. However, this recipe produces cookies that are rich and buttery and have notes of vanilla and almond. Even unfrosted, these cut-out cookies are delicious.

What is a substitute for butter in Betty Crocker cookie mix? ›

On the other hand, if your cookie recipe calls for melted butter, vegetable oil can be subbed, because it has a similar consistency.

Do you decorate sugar cookies before or after the oven? ›

For this technique, you'll want to decorate your cookies before baking. We recommend using decorative sugar (also known as colored sanding sugar), Turbinado sugar (coarse golden sugar) or pearl sugar (coarse clear sugar). It all sounds super fancy but it's really very easy!

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