Lemon Lovers Cookies

By Margaretmary

Ingredients

• Frosting:
• 3/4 cup butter softened
• 3 Tbs sugar
• 1 1/4 cups flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp lemon peel
• 2 Tbs fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 tsp grated lemon peel
• 1-2 tsp fresh lemon juice

Preparation

Step 1

In large mixing bowl, combine 3/4 cup butter and sugar. Beat at medium speed until light and fluffy. Add flour, cornstarch, 1 tsp peel and 2 Tbl juice. Beat at low speed until soft dough forms. Shape dough into 1 1/2 inch diameter log. Wrap in plastic wrap or wax paper. Chill 1 to 2 hours or until firm.
Heat oven 350. Cut log into 1/4 inch slices. Place slices 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake for 8-10 mins. Cool completely. In small bowl combine frosting ingredients. Beat at medium speed until smooth. Spread frosting evenly on cookies. Let dry before storing.