Soft Lemon Oatmeal Cookies
A tender and citrus-infused treat, these cookies combine the heartiness of oats with the bright tang of lemon, finished with a delicate glaze that enhances their flavor and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated lemon zest
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper or coating with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate mixing bowl, cream the softened butter with the granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Blend in the lemon juice and lemon zest until incorporated.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Stir in the old-fashioned oats, beating until the dough achieves a uniform consistency.
- Using a small cookie scoop, portion dough onto the prepared baking trays, spacing evenly.
- Fill a shallow dish with granulated sugar and another with water. Press a drinking glass into the water, then into the sugar, and use it to gently flatten each dough portion.
- Bake the cookies for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool.
- Meanwhile, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small bowl until smooth.
- Once the cookies have fully cooled, dip the tops into the glaze. Allow the glaze to set before serving.