Ingredients:

  • 115g unsalted butter, softened
  • 65g honey
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 12g fresh lemon zest
  • 15ml fresh lemon juice
  • 5ml vanilla extract
  • 250g all-purpose flour
  • 5g baking powder
  • 1.5g salt
  • 50g granulated sugar
  • 60g powdered sugar

Instructions:

  1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and honey until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla. Beat on medium-high until fully incorporated.
  3. Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix on low speed just until no streaks of flour remain.
  4. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop 1-tablespoon portions and roll into smooth balls.
  6. Roll each ball first in the granulated sugar.
  7. Roll the ball generously in the powdered sugar until completely white and opaque.
  8. Place on a parchment-lined sheet 2 inches apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are set and cracks are well-defined.
  9. Let cookies rest on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool.