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Melt-in-your-mouth Lemon Glazed Shortbread Cookies

These lemon glazed shortbread cookies balance bright acidity with a rich, buttery crumb. The recipe uses simple ingredients for a melt-in-your-mouth treat.

Key Ingredients

• 1 cup (227g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

• 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar)

• 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon zest (from about 2 lemons)

• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

• 1 1/2 cups (180g) powdered sugar (for the glaze)

• 3-4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (for the glaze)

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