Lemon Shortbread Hearts
Lemon Shortbread Hearts are delightful, buttery cookies that deliver a refreshing burst of zesty lemon flavor in every bite. Shaped like hearts, these charming treats are perfect for any occasion, from Valentine’s Day to afternoon tea. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture, they’re a crowd-pleaser that can be enjoyed plain or dressed up with a light icing. Easy to make, these cookies will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Mix in the lemon zest and lemon juice until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and salt; gradually add to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, flatten slightly, and use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to shape them.
- Place on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges. Allow cooling on wire racks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg