Lemon Glazed Cookies

🍋 Lemon Glazed Cookies — Sunshine in Every Bite

If happiness had a flavor, it would taste exactly like these cookies.

Some cookies are cozy. Some cookies are decadent. But Lemon Glazed Cookies? They’re bright, zesty, and unapologetically cheerful. They’re the kind of cookie that makes you smile before you even take a bite — buttery, soft, and kissed with a tangy lemon glaze that sparkles like sunshine.

They’re perfect for spring picnics, holiday cookie trays, or just a Tuesday afternoon when you need a little pick‑me‑up. Basically, they’re cookies that double as mood boosters.

💬 Reader prompt: Are you team “chocolate chip forever” or team “fruit‑flavored cookies deserve the spotlight”?

Grey claims lemons are his favorite, but every time he eats one he tells me it’s too sassy. We have a Costco size jar or lemon juice in the fridge and he always wants to drink it.

I usually oblige and give him a little taste and he, of course spits it out. He insists I make the worst lemonade ever, and walks away. Obviously, because of this I had to make Lemon glazed cookies and the boys loved them.

Ingredients

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons lemon zest
1 cup salted butter, at room temperature
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup powdered sugar
4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Lemon Glazed Cookies Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line two baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
2. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a small bowl. Whisk and set aside.
3. In a small bowl, add granulated sugar and lemon zest.
4. Beat butter and sugar/lemon mixture together until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
5. Slowly beat in flour mixture on low speed until blended. Drop dough by tablespoon onto prepared baking sheets, spacing 2 inches apart.
6. Bake for 14-16 minutes or until cookies are just set and slightly golden brown. Cool cookies on baking sheet for 2 minutes and transfer to cooking racks. Cool completely.
7. In a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice. Dip each cookie top into the lemon glaze. Let cookies sit until icing has set.

Did you try our Lemon Glazed Cookies recipe? What did you think? Did you love it? Please leave us a comment below or tag us on Instagram!

🔢 Calorie Count (Per Cookie, Based on 24 Cookies)

Calories: ~140
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 25mg
Sodium: 90mg
Total Carbs: 18g
Fiber: <1g
Sugars: 10g
Protein: 2g

💡 Note: Calories vary depending on glaze thickness (and how much “taste‑testing” happens along the way).

🥕 Nutritional Facts & Fun

Lemons: Vitamin C + zingy flavor.
Butter: Richness + melt‑in‑your‑mouth texture.
Eggs: Protein + structure.
Sugar: Sweetness + golden edges.

💬 Reader prompt: Do you love your lemon desserts tart and tangy, or sweet and mellow?

👩‍🍳 Baking Tips for Cookie Success

Room Temp Butter: Soft, not melted, for perfect creaming.
Don’t Overmix: Stir until just combined for tender cookies.
Zest First, Juice Later: Always zest lemons before cutting.
Glaze Trick: Drizzle glaze while cookies are slightly warm for a glossy finish.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container — they stay soft for days.

🔄 Recipe Variations

Lemon Poppy Seed Cookies: Add 1 Tbsp poppy seeds to dough.
Lavender Lemon Cookies: Stir in ½ tsp dried culinary lavender.
Berry Glaze: Swap lemon juice for raspberry puree in glaze.
Almond Twist: Add ½ tsp almond extract to dough.
Sandwich Cookies: Spread lemon curd between two cookies.

💬 Reader prompt: Which version would you try first — poppy seed, lavender, or berry?

🧒 Kid Tips

Let kids zest lemons (with supervision).
Give them spoons to drizzle glaze like edible art.
Use cookie cutters for fun shapes.
Add sprinkles to glaze for extra cheer.

🛒 Grocery Hacks

Buy Lemons in Bulk: Use zest for cookies, juice for drinks.
Butter Stock‑Up: Freeze sticks for baking emergencies.
Powdered Sugar Tip: Blend granulated sugar if you run out.
Vanilla Saver: Store beans in sugar for homemade vanilla sugar.

🎯 Reader Challenge

This weekend, I challenge you to bake a batch of Lemon Glazed Cookies and share them with someone who needs a little sunshine. Bonus points if you try one of the variations! Post your creation with #LouLouGirlsLemonCookies so we can all drool together and swap ideas.

🥪 Leftover Remix

Cookie Crumble Parfaits: Layer with yogurt and berries.
Ice Cream Sandwiches: Pair cookies with lemon or vanilla ice cream.
Cookie Trifle: Layer with pudding and whipped cream.
Cookie Milkshake: Blend with vanilla ice cream and milk.

💬 Reader prompt: Would you dare blend cookies into a milkshake, or is that dessert overload?

💭 Final Thoughts

These Lemon Glazed Cookies are proof that simple ingredients can create something magical. With buttery dough, zesty lemon, and a sweet glaze, they’re the kind of treat that makes everyone smile.

They’re also endlessly adaptable. You can keep them classic, go floral with lavender, or even turn them into sandwich cookies. And because they’re so easy, they’re perfect for holidays, bake sales, or just a cozy afternoon.

Here’s the thing about cookies — they’re never just dessert. They’re little bites of joy, the smell of sugar and butter filling your kitchen, the sight of golden rounds cooling on the counter, and the sound of happy munching as everyone sneaks “just one more.”

And these lemon glazed beauties? They’re a little extra special. They’re bright, they’re cheerful, and they’re guaranteed to make you the star of any cookie tray. They’re the kind of cookie that makes people pause mid‑bite and say, “Oh wow, these are amazing.”

But here’s what I love most: they’re a recipe that invites creativity. You can swap flavors, play with glazes, or even turn them into ice cream sandwiches. They’re forgiving, flexible, and fun — just like the best kind of kitchen adventures.

So here’s my challenge to you: bake them, share them, and tell me your twist. Did you go poppy seed? Did you sneak in lavender? Did you eat three before the glaze even set? (No judgment — I’ve been there.) Snap a pic, post it, and tag it so we can all drool together.

💬 Reader prompt: Should we do a “Citrus Cookie Series” next? I’m dreaming up orange creamsicle cookies, key lime meltaways, and maybe even grapefruit shortbread.

Until then, may your lemons be zesty, your glaze glossy, and your kitchen full of laughter, love, and second helpings. Because at the end of the day, food isn’t just about filling our bellies — it’s about filling our lives with joy, connection, and a little sparkle. And these cookies? They’re ready to do all three.