Bright Vegan Lemon Cookies With a Sweet Citrus Glaze

I made these vegan lemon cookies for my neighbor’s garden party last month. The lemon zest and juice made the kitchen smell bright, and she said they were the prettiest cookies she had ever served.

With simple ingredients, these cookies are easy to prepare and are a delightful addition to any dessert table. Ideal for a sunny afternoon or a picnic, they are sure to please both vegans and non-vegans alike.

Easy Vegan Lemon Cookies Recipe

These soft and chewy vegan lemon cookies are infused with fresh lemon juice and zest, then topped with a sweet citrus glaze for extra flavor. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and yields around 12 cookies.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup coconut oil or vegan butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1-2 tablespoons lemon juice (for the glaze)

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, beat together the coconut oil and granulated sugar until creamy. Add in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, mixing until well combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
4. Mix Together: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
5. Shape Cookies: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Let cool for a few minutes on the sheet before transferring them to a wire rack.
7. Prepare Glaze: To make the glaze, mix powdered sugar with 1-2 tablespoons of lemon juice until smooth. Adjust the consistency to your liking.
8. Glaze Cookies: Drizzle or spread the glaze over the cooled cookies, allowing it to set before serving.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 12 cookies
• Calories: 115kcal
• Fat: 5g
• Protein: 1g
• Carbohydrates: 16g

I keep the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days. The glaze sets firm, and I let cookies come to room temperature before serving.