Lemon Glaze Treats (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cookie Dough
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1 large egg
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4 tablespoons of 2% or whole milk
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3 1/4 tablespoons granulated sugar
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1/4 cup of butter, melted and cooled down
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200 grams plain flour (1 1/2 cups + 2 tbsp total)
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Zest of 1 lemon, finely grated
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A pinch of salt (use 1/4 tsp if butter isn’t salted)
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1 tsp baking powder
→ Lemon Glaze
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1-2 cups powdered sugar
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1 tbsp of milk
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1 tbsp lemon juice
# Instructions:
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Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F). Place parchment paper over your baking tray.
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Stir together the flour, baking powder, sugar, zest, and salt in a large bowl. Make a center well, add your egg, milk, and melted butter, then gently mix with a fork. Move to a work surface and knead lightly until the dough is smooth.
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Form the dough into thin ropes around 5-6 inches long. Shape them into circles or twist into knots before spacing them out on your prepped tray.
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Cook for 15-18 minutes till edges are just golden. Cool them completely before adding any topping.
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Sift the icing sugar and mix with the lemon juice and milk to reach your desired consistency. Spread it on cooled cookies or dust lightly with sugar.
# Notes:
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Switch butter for light olive oil if preferred
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Store in an airtight box at room temperature for a week or so
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Dough stays fresh in the freezer for up to 3 months
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Bake at 350°F instead for about 13 minutes