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Lemon Basil Shortbread Cookies

Lemon Basil Shortbread Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth

Lemon Basil Shortbread Cookies offer a delightful combination of zesty lemon and fragrant basil, making them a unique treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 2 sticks Unsalted Butter Ensure it is at room temperature for easy creaming.
  • 1/2 cup Confectioners' Sugar Allows for a smooth icing finish.
  • 2 teaspoons Dorot Basil Cubes If using fresh basil, substitute with 2 teaspoons of finely minced fresh basil.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Adjust if using a different flour to maintain texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Do not omit, as it balances sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon Zest About 1 lemon yields the required zest.
For the Icing
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar Make sure to sift it for a smoother consistency.
  • 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice Use fresh juice for best flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Cookie Cutter
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together room-temperature unsalted butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually add in all-purpose flour, salt, and lemon zest to the butter mixture until just combined.
  4. Lightly flour a surface and knead the dough until smooth, then roll it out to about ¼ inch thick and cut out cookies.
  5. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges are light golden brown.
  6. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Whisk together confectioners' sugar and lemon juice until smooth to prepare the icing.
  8. Once cooled, drizzle or spread the icing over the cookies and allow to set for 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Chill the rolled-out dough for 15-30 minutes before cutting for neater edges. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.

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