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Easy Refrigerator Lemon Cookies

Delicate, buttery slice-and-bake cookies bursting with bright fresh lemon zest.

55 minutes
Serves 36
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Instructions

  1. 1

    In a food processor, process the lemon zest and sugar together until the zest is as fine as the sugar and the sugar is fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add the softened butter and process until light and fluffy, scraping down the bowl as needed.

  3. 3

    Add the cake flour, baking soda, and salt. Process briefly, just until the dough comes together.

  4. 4

    Turn the dough out and form into two logs about 1 1/2 inches in diameter, then wrap each tightly in wax paper. Refrigerate until firm, at least 2 hours.

  5. 5

    Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice each log into rounds about 1/4 inch thick and place on an ungreased baking sheet.

  6. 6

    Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, just until golden around the edges. Do not overbake. Cool on the sheet briefly, then transfer to a wire rack.

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