Lemon Oatmeal Cookies

It’s no secret I love all things lemon, so I was intrigued when I found a recipe for lemon cookies that uses oats as an ingredient. They are crisp around the edges, soft in the middle and have a wonderful texture!

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons lemon zest
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 3/4 cups flour
• 1 cup quick cooking oats
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• additional granulated sugar

1. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
2. In a small bowl, whisk flour, oats, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter/sugar mixture.
3. Wrap in plastic and chill for 2 hours.
4. Preheat oven to 375°. Measure out tablespoons of dough and roll into balls. Place 2″ apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Spray the bottom of a glass with cooking spray, then dip in the granulated sugar. Press cookies with bottom of glass to flatten, redipping in sugar as needed.
5. Bake for 6 to 8 minutes, until the edges of the cookies are golden. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. Makes 6 dozen.