Citrus Cookies in Glaze
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. This buttery cookie will delight you with its tart citrus aroma. The finished dessert can be served at the table.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Preheat the oven to 175 degrees. Separate the eggs into whites and yolks.
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Step 2
2. Beat the butter and sugar until creamy. Add egg yolks and beat until smooth.
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Step 3
3. Add the zest and flour and mix, then add the citrus juice and mix until a smooth mixture forms.
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Step 4
4. Shape the dough into small balls, using about 1 heaping teaspoon of dough for each. Place the balls on a baking sheet and bake for 13 minutes.
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Step 5
5. Then remove from the oven and leave on the baking sheet for 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer the cookies from the baking sheet using a spatula and let cool completely before applying the icing.
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Step 6
6. To make the glaze, beat 1 egg white thoroughly with the remaining glaze ingredients. Add more powdered sugar or more juice until you reach a thick consistency.
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Step 7
7. Drizzle the cooled cookies with the prepared glaze, creating a lattice pattern. Decorate the cookies with citrus zest, let stand for a while, then serve.