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Amish Buttermilk Cookies

Delicious Lemon Yogurt Cookies

These delicious lemon yogurt cookies are a refreshing treat, perfect for any occasion. With their soft texture and lemony glaze, they’re sure to become a favorite in your household.
Prep : 10 Total : 25 minutes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups unsalted butter softened to room temperature
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract, yogurt, and lemon zest.
  • In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  • Drop spoonfuls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  • Bake for 10 minutes or until edges are golden. Let cookies cool on sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  • For the glaze, combine powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth. Drizzle over cooled cookies.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.