Soft Lemon Oatmeal Cookies

Ingredients

1 ½ cups Old Fashioned Oatmeal

1 cup butter, unsalted and softened

1 cup all purpose flour

1 tbsp lemon zest

2 tbsp lemon juice

¾ tsp baking soda

¼ tsp salt

1 cup sugar

Glaze:

½ cup Powdered sugar

3 tbsp lemon juice

2 tbsp lemon zest

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350*

Spray the trays with nonstick spray or line with parchment paper

In a mixing bowl sift together the flour, salt and baking soda

In another bowl combine the butter with 1 cup of sugar until it is creamed

Add in the lemon juice and the lemon zest

Add the flour mix a little at a time until all is mixed together

Add in the oatmeal and beat until the dough is mixed well

With a small cookie scoop, place scoops of dough onto the cookie trays

In a shallow dish place some granulated sugar, in another bowl place some water

Dip a glass into the water and then the sugar and flatten each cookie

Bake for 10 minutes

Allow the cookies to cool

At the same time, in a bowl mix together the Powdered sugar, the lemon juice and the zest, mix well

When the cookies have cooled, dip the top of each cookie into the glaze

Let the glaze harden before serving

Nutrition Information:

YIELD: 24 SERVING SIZE: 1

Amount Per Serving:

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use quick oats instead of Old Fashioned Oatmeal?

Yes, you can substitute quick oats for Old Fashioned Oatmeal.

The texture may be slightly different, but it will work.

How can I soften butter quickly if I forgot to take it out of the fridge?

Cut the butter into small cubes and leave them at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes.

Can I use salted butter instead of unsalted butter?

Yes, you can use salted butter, but adjust the amount of additional salt in the recipe accordingly.

What purpose does dipping the glass in water and sugar serve?

Dipping the glass in water prevents it from sticking to the dough, and coating it with sugar adds a sweet touch and creates a slightly crispy texture on top.

Can I omit the glaze?

Yes, you can skip the glaze if you prefer less sweetness.

The cookies will still be delicious without it.

How should I store these cookies?

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.

They should stay fresh for several days.

Can I freeze the cookie dough for later use?

Yes, you can freeze the cookie dough.

Scoop the dough onto a tray, freeze until solid, and then transfer the dough balls to a freezer bag.

What’s the purpose of sifting the flour, baking soda, and salt together?

Sifting helps evenly distribute the leavening agents (baking soda) and prevents clumps in the dry ingredients.

Can I use bottled lemon juice instead of fresh lemon juice?

While fresh lemon juice provides the best flavor, bottled lemon juice can be used as a substitute.

How long does it take for the glaze to harden?

The glaze typically takes 15-30 minutes to harden, depending on the thickness.

You can expedite the process by placing the cookies in the refrigerator.