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Lemon Pound Cake Cookies Recipe

Soft buttery lemon cookies inspired by classic pound cake with bright citrus flavor and a tender homemade texture.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 18 cookies
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2/3 cup salted butter softened
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons lemon extract
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in lemon extract and lemon zest if using.
  4. In another bowl, whisk flour and baking powder together.
  5. Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until combined.
  6. Scoop dough onto prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies apart.
  7. Bake 10–12 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool completely before serving.

Notes

Do not overbake or the cookies will lose their soft texture. Fresh lemon zest adds extra flavor if available. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.Recipe Title: Lemon Pound Cake Cookies