another fave from one of the 'coolest "chicks" i know':) that is what debbie said when she gave me & my family a little Easter package with these yummy cookies. she had cut them in the shape of little chicks & it was perfect with the yellow lemon glaze. the are delicious... sweet, tart, buttery & perfect for spring! you could obviously use any shape cookie cutter, but flowers would be super darling too!
{Debbie’s Butter Cookies & Lemon Glaze}
1 cup butter, softened
2/3 cup sugar
1 large egg
2 TBSP grated lemon zest
2 1/2 cup flour
1/2 tsp. salt
In a large bowl, cream together butter & sugar until light & fluffy. Add egg & grated lemon zest. Sift together flour & salt. Add to butter mixture. Mix just until all combined. Divide dough in 2 rounds, wrap in plastic wrap & chill for 1-2 hours. On a floured surface, roll out to 1/4-1/8 inch thick. Cut with cookie cutters. Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake 7-9 minutes or until barely golden.
Lemon Glaze
2 cups confectioners sugar
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
Stir together until smooth. Carefully spread over cooled cookies.
** you could also pipe a thin line of buttercream frosting around the edge & sprinkle with sanding sugar for something a little fancier.