Lemon Clove Cookies

Submitted by swissms

"A lovely combination of clove and lemon. These cookies are perfect for the holidays."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 12mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Yields: 60 cookies
• Serves: 30

ingredients

• 2 cups flour
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• 3⁄4 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 1 -2 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest

• Lemon Glaze

• 1 1⁄2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 -3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

directions

1. Mix flour, cloves and salt in medium bowl; set aside. Beat butter and granulated sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add egg and lemon zest; beat until well blended. Gradually beat in flour mixture until well mixed.
2. Divide dough in half. Form each half into a log about 1 1/2 inches in diameter and 9 inches long. Wrap in wax paper. Refrigerate 1 hour or until firm.
3. Preheat oven to 350°F Cut dough into 1/4-inch thick slices. Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on baking sheets 1 minute. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.
4. Lemon Glaze: mix confectioners' sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl untill well blended. Drizzle over cooled cookies. Let stand until glaze is set.