Lemon Melts

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 24 Cuisine: American

Lemon Melts are buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a delicate citrus flavor. Their crisp texture and subtle lemon sweetness make them perfect for teatime or special occasions. These cookies are simple to prepare and delight both lemon lovers and cookie enthusiasts alike.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar
  • 3/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 cup plus 1 teaspoon self-rising flour

Instructions

  1. Mix dry ingredients: powdered sugar, cornstarch, and self-rising flour.
  2. Cream butter in a bowl and gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until combined.
  3. Chill the dough for 1 hour.
  4. Roll the chilled dough into small balls and place them on an ungreased cookie sheet.
  5. Press your finger into the center of each ball to make an indentation.
  6. Bake in a 350°F oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly golden.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

509 kcal 25% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 2.7g 5% DV
Total Fat 25.3g 32% DV
Carbs 66.8g 24% DV
Fiber 0.9g 3% DV
Sugar 24.5g 49% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 3.3mg
Potassium 28mg 1% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Calcium 4.5mg
Iron 1.3mg 7% DV
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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