Iced Lemon Shortbread Cookies

February 16, 2016

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Lemon Shortbread Cookies packed full of lemon citrus flavor. If you\\\\\\\'re a lemon lover, you\\\\\\\'ll love these melt-in-your-mouth cookies. Perfect for the holidays, cookie swaps, parties and dessert.

2 cups flour
¼ cup corn starch
¼ teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon + ½ teaspoon lemon zest (about 2 large lemons)
1 cup butter (2 sticks), softened to room temperature
½ cup powdered sugar/confectioner\'s sugar
2 drops yellow food coloring - option for color
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon lemon extract
Topping
1 cup powdered sugar / confectioner\'s sugar
2 - 2½ teaspoons water
zest of 1 large lemon
powdered sugar for dusting, optional

In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch and salt; set aside. Wash, dry and zest 2 large lemons or about 1 tablespoon plus ½ teaspoon lemon zest. In a bowl fit with a paddle mixer, beat the...
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Nutritions

Calories
301

Sodium
59mg
2% DV

Fat
17g
27% DV

Protein
2g
4% DV

Carbs
32g
10% DV

Fiber
1g
4% DV

Vegetarian Baked