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butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

citrus zest

🥗Healthier: lemon extract

💰Cheaper: dried citrus peel

Lemon extract offers concentrated flavor without fresh fruit.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Cream butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.

Add citrus zest and juice, mixing until combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt.

Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.

Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Roll out dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.

Cut into desired shapes using cookie cutters.

Place cookies on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.

Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.

Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

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