Citrus Cookies

Buttery, tender cookies bursting with fresh citrus flavor from a blend of lemon, lime, and orange zest. These bright, citrusy treats have a perfect balance of sweetness and tang.

24 servings
20 min

Ingredients

  • ½ pound unsalted butter
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 whole large egg
  • 10 whole lemons
  • 4 whole limes
  • 2 whole oranges
  • cups all-purpose flour
  • teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • to taste Lemon Granola

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.

    5 min

  2. 2.

    2. Combine the butter and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and cream on high until homogenous, about 3 minutes. Add the egg and all of the citrus zests and mix until just combined, about 1 minute.

    4 min

  3. 3.

    3. Add the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda, mixing until just combined, about 30 seconds. Mix in the granola, if using.

    1 min

  4. 4.

    4. Portion 2 3/4-ounce scoops of dough 2 to 3 inches apart onto a greased or lined baking sheet. Bake the cookies for 9 to 10 minutes, until light golden brown. Cool completely on the pan.

    10 min