Delicious and aromatic tea biscuits will be a wonderful end to your Easter dinner.
It is necessary
- - 2 eggs;
- - 100 g softened butter;
- - 1 cup of sugar;
- - 2 cups of flour;
- - 1 teaspoon lemon zest;
- - 4 teaspoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice;
- - granulated colored sugar and sprinkles for decoration.
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180-200 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for baking.
Step 2
In a deep bowl, mix eggs with sugar and butter until smooth. Add lemon zest and juice. Add the sifted flour and knead to a soft dough.
Step 3
Lightly sprinkle the work surface with flour and roll the mass into a layer 1-1.5 cm thick. Cut the dough into pieces using molds. Since Easter is still a spring holiday, use molds in the form of flowers, birds and bunnies.
Step 4
Transfer the future lemon cookies to a baking sheet, garnish with colored sugar and sprinkles and put in the oven to bake for 8-10 minutes. When finished, the cookie should have a slightly golden crust.
