For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of lemon zest to the cookie dough. If you don't have lemon juice, vanilla extract works as a great substitute in both the cookies and the frosting. Chilling the dough for 30 minutes before rolling it out can help prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
Shiela's Sugar Cookies
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME45 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 15 mins
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SERVING48 People
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VIEWS72
These are simply the best sugar cookies you'll ever bake! Soft, melt-in-your-mouth, and topped with a tangy lemon-kissed frosting, they're perfect for holidays, special occasions, or just a delightful afternoon treat.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate24 g
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Cholesterol8 mg
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Fiber0 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat2 g
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Sodium133 mg
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Sugar14 g
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Fat9 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheets. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 7 mins In a large mixing bowl, cream together the margarine, shortening, granulated sugar, and 1 cup confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. (7 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the lemon juice. (3 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 2 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. (2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Lightly flour a clean surface. Roll out the dough to 1/4 inch thickness. (5 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Use cookie cutters to cut out desired shapes. Place cookies 1 1/2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets. (10 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View 10 mins Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. (10 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. (5 minutes)
10 Step
Recipe View 3 mins To make the frosting, in a medium bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, margarine, and lemon juice. (3 minutes)
11 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Mix until smooth, adding milk one tablespoon at a time until the frosting reaches your desired consistency. (2 minutes)
12 Step
Recipe View 15 mins Once the cookies are completely cooled, frost them generously. Enjoy! (15 minutes)
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Eusebio Treutel
Jun 16, 2025I substituted lime juice for lemon juice in the frosting, and it was amazing! A great twist on a classic recipe.
Ada Altenwerth
Nov 27, 2024These cookies were a huge hit at our holiday party! Everyone raved about the soft texture and the delicious lemon frosting.
Elenora Balistreri
Sep 8, 2024I've made these cookies several times now, and they always turn out perfectly. The recipe is easy to follow, and the results are fantastic!