How To Make "LEMON COOKIES" That Melt In Your Mouth!

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option while margarine is often less expensive.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while brown sugar can be more affordable.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: erythritol

💰Cheaper: icing sugar

Erythritol is a low-calorie sweetener, while icing sugar is often less expensive.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg replacer

Flaxseed meal is a plant-based alternative, while egg replacer can be more budget-friendly.

Preheat the oven to 350 F.

In a mixing bowl, combine the all purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Add the egg, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest to the butter mixture and mix well.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until combined.

If using, add yellow food coloring to achieve desired color.

Scoop the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 13 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before sprinkling with powdered sugar.

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