Ingredients
– 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon salt
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon lemon zest (about 1 large lemon)
– 1 large egg
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Equipment Needed
– Large mixing bowl
– Electric mixer (or whisk)
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Baking sheets
– Parchment paper
– Cooling rack
Step-by-Step Instructions
To start, I preheat my oven to 350°F (175°C) and line my baking sheets with parchment paper. There’s something about that first whiff of warm air that makes my mouth water in anticipation. In a large mixing bowl, I combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt, whisking them together until they’re well blended. Meanwhile, in another bowl, I cream the softened butter and sugar together until it’s light and fluffy. This typically takes about 3-4 minutes. The texture should be airy, and I can see the sugar glistening in the mixture. Oh, the smell is heavenly! (See the next page below to continue steps…)