Meyer Lemon Meltaways

 

Meyer Lemon Meltaways

Meyer Lemon Meltaways ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour - ½ cup cornstarch - ¼ teaspoon salt - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened - ½ cup powdered sugar (plus more for dusting) - ¼ cup granulated sugar - Zest of 2 Meyer lemons - 2 tablespoons fresh Meyer lemon juice - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Vanilla extract
instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) . Line a baking sheet with parchment paper .
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and salt . Set aside.
3. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, powdered sugar, and granulated sugar until creamy and light .
4. Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined .
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined . The dough will be soft and slightly sticky.
6. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes .
7. Form the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet .
8. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until edges are set but tops are still pale .
9. Let cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely .
10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving .
Enjoy these melt-in-your-mouth lemon treats!