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Frosted Lemon Cookies
 
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Prep Time: 45 Minutes
Cook Time: 6 Minutes
Ready In: 51 Minutes
Servings: 6
I found this recipe on the inside of a butter container.
Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2 eggs
1 tablespoon grated fresh lemon rind
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Combine all cookie ingredients in large bowl.
3. Beat at low speed, scraping bowl often, until well mixed.
4. Drop dough by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
5. Bake for 6 to 8 minutes or until edged are lightly browned.
6. Meanwhile - combine all glaze ingredients in small bowl; stir until smooth.
7. Frost warm cookies with glaze.
8. Sprinkle with grated lemon peel, if desired.
By RecipeOfHealth.com