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