Lemon biscuits are a perfect treat for those who love the tangy and zesty flavor of this citrus fruit. The sweet and tart combination of lemon biscuits is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. This recipe is easy to make and takes less than an hour to prepare. The ingredients are simple and readily available in your kitchen pantry. So, let's get started with the recipe.
Ingredients
For the lemon biscuits recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
2 cups of all-purpose flour
1/2 cup of sugar
1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
1 egg
1 tablespoon of freshly grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon of baking powder
1/4 teaspoon of salt
1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 cup of powdered sugar
Instructions
Follow these simple instructions to make delicious lemon biscuits:
Step 1: Preheat the oven
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
Step 2: Mix the dry ingredients
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Step 3: Beat the butter and sugar
In another mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
Step 4: Add the egg and lemon zest
Add in the egg and lemon zest, and beat until well combined.
Step 5: Mix in the dry ingredients
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a smooth dough is formed.
Step 6: Roll out the dough
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
Step 7: Cut out the biscuits
Use a biscuit cutter to cut out the biscuits into desired shapes.
Step 8: Bake the biscuits
Place the biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
Step 9: Make the glaze
While the biscuits are baking, mix together the lemon juice and powdered sugar to make a glaze.
Step 10: Glaze the biscuits
Once the biscuits are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Then, dip each biscuit into the glaze and place it back on the baking sheet to let the glaze set.
Step 11: Serve and enjoy
Serve the lemon biscuits warm or at room temperature and enjoy the tangy and sweet flavors.
Nutrition
Here's the nutrition information for a serving size of two lemon biscuits:
Calories: 260
Total fat: 11g
Saturated fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 47mg
Sodium: 100mg
Total carbohydrates: 39g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugars: 22g
Protein: 3g
Conclusion
Lemon biscuits are a perfect treat for any occasion. They are easy to make, deliciously sweet and tangy, and will be a hit with everyone who tries them. So, why not try this recipe today and wow your family and friends with your baking skills?
