# What You'll Need:
→ Cookies
01 - 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
04 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 large egg
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
→ Glaze
10 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
11 - 2 to 3 tablespoons milk (whole or 2%)
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
13 - Pastel food coloring: pink, blue, yellow, or green
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
03 - In a large bowl, beat softened butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer for 2 to 3 minutes, until light and fluffy.
04 - Mix in the egg, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until fully blended.
05 - Gradually beat dry mixture into wet batter, mixing only until combined.
06 - Scoop dough by tablespoonfuls onto prepared sheets, spacing each 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly with your palm or the bottom of a glass.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until edges are just golden. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
08 - Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth. Adjust thickness with additional milk as needed.
09 - Divide glaze among bowls and color with pastel food coloring.
10 - Dip completely cooled cookies into glaze or drizzle glaze over tops. Allow to set for at least 20 minutes before serving.
