Lemon Poppy Seed Slices Recipe

By Nanadi-2

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 tablespoon 2% milk
• 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract, optional
• 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup poppy seeds

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, milk lemon peel and extracts. Gradually add flour and mix well. Stir in poppy seeds.

Shape into two 8-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 3 hours or until firm. Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slice. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets.

Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely.