Ingredients
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with the sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg, lemon zest and vanilla extract (or seeds) to the butter mixture. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Flour: Gradually mix in the sifted flour and a pinch of salt. Stir until a soft dough forms. The dough should be smooth and pliable, not sticky.
- Shape into S's: Take small pieces of dough (about the size of a walnut), roll each into a rope ~10–12 cm (4–5 in) long, then shape into an “S”. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Chill the formed cookies in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to help hold their shape. (optional)
- Bake: Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F). Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the edges just start to turn golden. Do not overbake.
- Cool & serve: Let cookies cool on a rack. Optionally dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Use Room Temperature Ingredients
Ensure your butter and egg are at room temperature for smoother mixing and a more cohesive dough. Don’t Overwork the Dough
Mix just until the ingredients come together to keep the cookies tender and avoid toughness. Chill Before Baking
Refrigerate the shaped cookies for 10–15 minutes before baking to help them keep their S-shape and prevent spreading. Roll Even Ropes
Roll the dough into ropes of consistent thickness (~1 cm or ½ inch) for even baking and symmetrical cookies. Don’t Overbake
These cookies should be light golden, not brown. Overbaking will make them dry or hard.
Ensure your butter and egg are at room temperature for smoother mixing and a more cohesive dough. Don’t Overwork the Dough
Mix just until the ingredients come together to keep the cookies tender and avoid toughness. Chill Before Baking
Refrigerate the shaped cookies for 10–15 minutes before baking to help them keep their S-shape and prevent spreading. Roll Even Ropes
Roll the dough into ropes of consistent thickness (~1 cm or ½ inch) for even baking and symmetrical cookies. Don’t Overbake
These cookies should be light golden, not brown. Overbaking will make them dry or hard.